Donald L. Baker

Donald was born on June 3, 1964 in Salem, the son of the late Gary and Linda (Knight) Baker.

He was a millwright and pile driver for Local Union #1090. Don built bridges and helped build the Meander Bridge. An outdoorsman at heart, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and feeding birds. He loved cardinals and hummingbirds. He also enjoyed barbecuing and smoking food as well as riding his Harley. In his younger years, he played softball and was in the FFA. Don loved everyone and would put a smile on anyone’s face.

Survivors include his wife, Charlotte Baker (Raneri) of Salem, whom he married February 14, 1997; children, Zach Baker of Salem, Allen (Lisa) Baker of Scio, OH, and Joseph (Billie Jo) Baker of Salineville; five grandchildren; three special sisters, Denise Delapaz, Darla Auten, and Dora Lee French, all of Leesburg, FL; one brother, David Baker of Indiana; several nieces and nephews as well as uncountable friends who loved him and his beloved dog, Koda.

Besides his parents, Don was preceded in death by one daughter, Rochelle Baker.

Friends and family will be received Wednesday, December 28, 2022 from 5-8 p.m. at Stark Memorial.

In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the Hope Center for Cancer Care, 835 Southwestern Run, Youngstown, OH 44514.

If unable to attend, you may show your support by joining our complimentary “Hugs from Home” program where your message will be attached to a balloon in the chapel to remind the family of your love and support at www.starkmemorial.com/hugs-from-home.

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12/26/22