Donald J. Baker
August 17, 2014
Donald J. Baker, 83, was born April 3, 1931, to Leon and Eva Baker in Des Moines, Iowa. He passed away at Valley View Village in Des Moines on August 17, 2014.
Donald was a veteran of the United States Navy. He worked for National Traveler’s Life Insurance as a printer for 20 years. Donald was a member of Staves United Methodist Church, USS Saipan CVL 48 Association, and a 50 year member of the Izaak Walton League of Des Moines. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and spending time with his family and friends.
Donald is survived by his wife of 58 years, Nancy; sons, Scott (Lisa) Baker and Greg (Deb) Baker; grandchildren, Beth (Andrea) Sanzani, Malinda (Aaron) Malcolm, Adam (fiancée, Ashley White) Baker, Shawna (Roger) Huston, and Bryan (Lauren) Baker; great-grandchildren, Taylor, Kennedy, Brogan, Jillian, Noah, and Beckett. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Bonnie Baker.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 21, 2014, at Staves United Methodist Church, 2747 E. Madison Avenue in Des Moines, with a time of fellowship to follow. Private graveside services at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Staves United Methodist Church or the Valley View Village Men’s Club in loving memory of Donald.
Online condolences may be expressed at
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Ron Hummel
08/21/2014
My prayers and deepest sympathy goes out to Nancy&entire family of Don. I worked with Don several years at National Travelers Life in the printing dept. Don was always a pleasant and fun person to work with. So sorry for your loss. Ron
Esther Ritchie
08/19/2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am a retired employee of National Travelers Life. Don was a kind and caring man. Always had a smile and helpful.
With deepest sympathy,
Esther Ritchie
Jim Boltz
08/19/2014
Nancy, Greg, Scott and family
I was so saddened to hear of Dons passing Such a kind and gentle man. I have so many fond memories of his generous spirit and reminded of his sister, Bonnie, and loving mom and dad who were all there for me when my father died when I was 11
Heaven can only be richer as they are all together once again.
Love you all
Jim
Longnoat Key. Florida