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Kenneth Baker Obituary
Kenneth Baker
May 17, 1931-April 11, 2019
MILAN-Kenneth D. Baker, 87, of Milan, died Thursday, April 11, 2019 at his home. Cremation rites accorded. A memorial service will be 1:30 pm Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home and Crematory, Milan. Visitation will be from 12:30 pm until service time Tuesday at the funeral home. Inurnment will be at Memorial Park Cemetery, Rock Island. Memorials in care of the Alzheimer's Association.
Kenneth was born on May 17, 1931 in Greencastle, Mo., a son of Herman C. and Cecile M. Daniel Baker. He married Bernice Webster on March 3, 1951 in Missouri. She preceded him in death on November 1, 2012.
Kenneth worked several jobs over the years that included the Rock Island Arsenal, Dohrn Transfer and Servus Rubber.
He enjoyed woodworking, gardening and spending time with his grandchildren.
Those left to cherish his memory include his children (and spouses), Michael (Joy) Baker, Vero Beach, Fla., Rick (Angie) Baker, Moline, Linda (Mike) Mumm, Milan and Tammy (Dan) Hauf, Goldsboro, NC; 13 grandchildren; many great and great-great grandchildren; siblings, Dwight (Helen) Baker, Co., Gary (Belinda) Baker, Ind., Doris (Mike) Chenowith, Ala., Ramah Steinenger, Penn. and Rosalie (Don) Lopez, Ark.; and sisters-in-law, Mary Baker and Donna (Jim) Nelson.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, granddaughter, Amanda Baker, brother, Gerald Baker and infant brother, Edward Baker.
Online condolences and memories may be shared with the family at wheelanpressly.com
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Chris Masterson
April 13, 2019
I worked with Ken in the Transportation Office at the Rock Island Arsenal. Ken was a great man and everyone liked Ken.
Jeanette
April 13, 2019
I met Ken when I worked at the Rock Island Arsenal in the transportation department. He was a great guy and he even made a rocking chair horse for my niece. He did a great job. I am sorry for your loss.
April 12, 2019
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends, and the promises of Almighty God, that there is a hope of seeing your loved one again. My sincere condolences
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Apr
16
Visitation
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home and Crematory - Milan201 E 4th Avenue, Milan, IL 61264
Apr
16
Memorial service
1:30 p.m.
Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home and Crematory - Milan201 E 4th Avenue, Milan, IL 61264
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