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Douglas BAKER Obituary

Age 79 Passed away peacefully, April 18, 2021, surrounded by family. Doug proudly served his country in the National Guard Army Reserves and two tours of duty in Vietnam. Doug was a retired Northwest Airlines pilot. He is preceded in death by his parents, Gordon and Dorothy Baker, children, Jennifer and Jim, brother David, sister Stella Brink, and Garth Brink. Doug is survived by his loving wife, Libby, son Scott and partner Shelly; grandson, Jordan; step-children, Christine (Owen), Nancy (Rob), Jim (Kathleen), five step grandchildren, two step great grandchildren, brothers Carl, Kirk (Marilyn), many cousins, nieces and nephews, and last but certainly not least, his beloved furry companion, Ginger. Service will be held in Davenport, FL, April 29, 2021. Military service and burial at Fort Snelling, MN will be held in July, date TBD. A celebration of life will also be held in Elma, NY, late July 2021. The family would like to thank all the care givers at Estates of Roseville and the hospice program who were all amazing. Please make donations to "Beyond the Yellow Ribbon" or your local animal shelter.

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Published by Pioneer Press on Apr. 25, 2021.

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Ronni sofaly

April 19, 2022

Doug was a wonderful man to be around always upbeat and happy and a fascinating character never knew quite what he was going to be up to. My friend Libby Had a very interesting ride, travels adventures, experiences. A fascinating life with Doug.
He Is someone that I treasure knowing And consider a very dear friend.

Ronni Eiting Sofaly

April 26, 2021

Doug lived a life right out of an adventure novel. He was a kind, gentle, talented man, who shared a truly memorable life with my dearest friend Libby.
Doug, a treasured memory, a gift to have known him.

Toni Heymann

April 26, 2021

I will always remember Doug's beautiful voice. He is at peace. Thanks for being a friend Libby

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