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Ernie Baker Obituary

Baker, Ernie U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran. Beloved husband of Patti (nee Vos); loving father of Ronald (Susan) Baker, Kristopher (Jennifer) Baker and the late Tricia Baker; dear grandpa of Nick, Nino, Anthony, Noah, Savannah, Joshua, Tammy, Kyle and Justin; dear great-grandpa of Kaylee and Cameron; cherished son of Lorraine (nee Symoniak) and the late Samuel Baker; fond brother of Cheryl (David) McPhee, Michael (Sherry) VanHorn and the late Kevin Baker; also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation, Saturday, March 1, 2014, 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium, 7861 S. 88th Avenue, Justice, Illinois where a funeral service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Cremation rites to be accorded. For more info: 708-496-0200 or www.damarkaminskifuneralhome.com.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 28, 2014.
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Sad, just surfed up his name and seen the news. What fun memories in the 70s and 80s. See you around, one day

Jor Cartwright

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March 29, 2019

Our prayers go out to our cousin's family, and our thoughts of growing up with Ernie will forever be cherished.

The Sipll, Donoffrio, Petty and Symoniak Families.

March 1, 2014

My thoughts are with your family. May the God of all comfort be with you during this very difficult time.

Petrina Bell

February 28, 2014

Our friendship with Ernie blossomed-we had just gotten to know & love him. You will be missed-Ernie Manernie!!

Steuart & Gail

February 28, 2014

Deepest sympathy to the Baker family may fond memories of Ernie replace the sorrow in your hearts and the love and peace of God bring you comfort.

February 28, 2014

Dear Patti,

My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers for strength and peace.

Love Terri

Terri Wemlinger

February 28, 2014

Patti, Everyone at the office has you and Ernie's family in their thoughts and prayers. Natalie

Natalie Kofl

February 28, 2014

My condolences to the family. May you find comfort in the cherished memories of Ernie.

Cheryl

February 28, 2014

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Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium

7861 South 88th Avenue, Justice, IL 60458

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Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium

7861 South 88th Avenue, Justice, IL 60458

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