Michael D. Baker
January 24, 2014
Michael D. Baker, 49, of Des Moines, left us far too soon on January 24, 2014. Visitation will be held Wednesday, January 29 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 30 at 10 a.m. at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 1001 S. James St. in Grimes, IA.
Mike loved sports, but nothing would surpass his passion for his family. They were his pride, his joy, his soul, his reason for being. To his wife, children and grandchildren, he is remembered for his love, devotion and easy laugh. To his siblings, he is remembered as the mischievous little brother and an accident waiting to happen. To all he was the rock, the family core.
He is survived by his wife, Deborah; his children, Kyle (Brynn), Holli and Cole; grandsons, Jaedyn, Jaxyn and Behr; siblings, Gail, Kelly Loftus, and Jack; nieces and nephews; and many other family and friends who were fortunate enough to enter his orbit. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Donna Baker.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Emily McBee
01/27/2014
My memories of Mike as manager and mentor brought both tears and laughter this weekend. It seems like just yesterday I met Mike for the first time. Many years have passed since then and many more will pass before the memories fade. He was patient and easy going. My thoughts and prayers to the Baker family. He will be missed.
Mary Hunter
01/27/2014
Deb and family... our sincere condolences to each of you. Your family has been a great find. Mike has been greeted by the finest Angels - he will wrap his arms around you tighter that ever. He will carry you with his wings through the rough times - just like always... Hugs to you all...Mary, Pete, Emilee and Nathan Hunter
Randy Horn
01/27/2014
So sorry to hear about Mike. I spent many years working with him. He always had a great sense of humor. You always knew when he was in the room. We will miss him. Blessings and condolences to all his family and friends.
Kristina Edwards
01/27/2014
It was an honor to say that Mike Baker was my manager. He was always there when anyone of us needed him, putting everything that he had to help his team and the company. Couple things I can say about Mike is he was such a good person, with a good heart, he loved his family and grandkids (always showing us pictures of them at work), he loved sports, always made us laugh and has been the best mentor/boss I have ever had. He will be greatly missed. My condolences to all of his family and friends.
Steve Hubler
01/27/2014
I enjoyed refereeing basketball games with Mike over the years. My prayers go out to the family.
Larry McCormick
01/27/2014
I wouldn't be where I am today if it wasn't for Mike. He was a great man and mentor with a huge heart. He will be greatly missed. My condolences to all his family and friends.
Tony Farrell
01/27/2014
Really sorry to hear about Mike. Wonderful guy and family man. He really enjoyed his work and acting as a referee.
Dean Kirkpatrick
01/27/2014
No words I can say will comfort in this time of loss. I pray to our Heavenly Father to assuage the anguish of family and friends of Mikes loss, and leave them only with their cherished memories.
He was a good man.
Diane Johnson
01/26/2014
So sorry to hear about mike ..... We lived across the street from you all when we was just kids.... Our prayers go out to the family... Diane, Greg, Zona Johnson