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1958
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2020
Dennis Baker Obituary
Born September 7, 1958 to Edward and Martha (Hoffer), Baker. Dennis was a lifelong resident of the Punxsutawney are and worked at CRW Home Center in Punxsutawney, DuBois Mall and also JC Penny's.
Denny is remembered as a person who loved talking to people, always having a smile. He loved hunting and fishing and especially enjoyed taking trips to Bennezette to see the Elk and visit "The Cross." He loved animals and Bella, a special place in his heart.
He is survived by five brothers and one sister; Clyde (Joann) of DuBois, Tom of Punxsutawney, Don (Judy) of Orwigsburg, Ray (Robin) of Smicksburg, John of Punxsutawney, and Patricia (Paul) Crissman of New Bethlehem. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward Baker and Martha (Hoffer) Baker and sisters, Beverly Baker and Barbara Baker.
Family and friends are invited to a memorial service in his honor on Saturday, June 13 at 11 a.m. at the First Church of God, 23 Skyview Drive, Punxsutawney. Pastor Rob Van Fossen will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the Gateway Humane Society, 1211 Airport Road, Falls Creek PA 15840.
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Memories and Condolences
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Peggy (Bowera) Hinemab
June 13, 2020
He will be missed by all who knew him.
valerie tokash
June 10, 2020
We are so sorry to hear of Dennys passing. We're sending hugs and prayers of comfort to all the Baker family. Denny was a very sweet person.
Jennifer Sones Ford
June 9, 2020
I worked with Denny at JCP in DuBois. He was so sweet and kind. I was so sorry to hear about his passing.
Ann Marie Craig
June 9, 2020
Denny was a kind, good person. I had the pleasure of knowing him for several years. I was fortunate enough to be able to call him my friend. He will be greatly missed. Prayers to all of his family.
Marc Means
June 9, 2020
I have known Dennis since he was a youngest in Big Run. I never remember him not having a smile and being excited to talk to you. He was certainly a very uplifting person, who I always felt better for, after speaking with him. Very positive , who made an impact and will be missed.
Cara
June 8, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. I will always remember your laugh....and I'll always remember my guesses were wrong. We will love and miss you always!
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