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Ronald Baker Obituary

Baker Sr., Ronald M. "Papa" Age 70, retired member of Operating Engineers Local 399. Beloved husband of Norma Baker (nee Lynch) for 47 years; loving father of Karen (Paul) Laurent, Lynda (Frank) Klekowski, Ronald Baker Jr. (Mi Hui) and preceded in death by the late Mary Beth. Most loving Papa of Gabrielle, Matthew, Dylan, Adam, Lena and Aisha; dear brother of Dorothy (McDonald), Sharon (James) Paulsen, James, George (Dorothy), Arthur, the late Robert, Laura, Raymond and Michael; fond uncle to many nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday, 3-9 p.m. Funeral Friday, 9:45 a.m. from the Andrew J. McGann & Son Funeral Home 10727 S. Pulaski Rd. to St. Christina Church for Mass at 10:30 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. 773-783-7700 or 708-423-5400 To view and sign online guestbook, visit www.andrewmcgann.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 29, 2013.

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September 16, 2013

Miss you dad!! Love, Karen.

Joe McDermott

June 3, 2013

I worked with Ron for many years he gave me great memories.I just found out I,m so sorry for your loss.
Joe McDermott

Barbara Di Guido Novick

June 2, 2013

Remembering long ago a dance partner and fun to be with friend. Mount Greenwood gave us a great neighborhood and friends like Ron.
Barb DiGuido Novick

Brendan Griffin

June 1, 2013

I am a friend of Ron Baker Jr., from grammar school. I am sorry for the loss of such a fine person-I know he will be dearly missed. God Bless you all in this very sad time. Brendan C. Griffin.

May 30, 2013

The little girl in me will always miss my Uncle Ron who always had a story and a hug.Susie

May 29, 2013

Dear Sharon and Jim, Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your Brother Ron. Tim knew him quite well and we are sad of his loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Tim and Carol

Kim Pete Lauren Katie Baldacci

May 29, 2013

The world was a better place because of you and we were so lucky to be a part of your life miss you and lov you !!!!

kevin obrien

May 29, 2013

a nice guy who loved life, your the best Ron...

May 29, 2013

God Bless

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