Steve R. Baker
Steve R. Baker 66 of Prospect, died unexpectedly Saturday afternoon May 16, 2015 at his home.
He was born February 6, 1949 in Champaign County to the late Roger and Adella (Randall) Baker; he was also predeceased by one brother: Gary Baker
On January 19, 2006 he married Debbie (Brush) and she survives in Prospect, also surviving are children: Brandie (Matt) Stonerock and Brian (Tracie) Baker both of Bellefontaine, two step daughters: Erica (C.J. Eastep) Taylor of Marengo and Heather (Vernon) Coudriet of Fulton
Six grandchildren, one brother: Bill (Becky) Baker of North Lewisburg, one sister: Gloria Jean (Raymond) Burkhammer of North Lewisburg and one sister in law: Melony Baker of East Liberty
Steve was a dedicated associate of Honda of America for over 26 yrs.; he retired in 2007 as a Staff Engineer at the Marysville plant.
He was an active member of the Prospect community, where he belonged to the Prospect Lions Club, the Verne I. Mounts American Legion Post #368 and was instrumental in the design of the beautiful Veterans Memorial at the Prospect Park; this was a labor of love for Steve in part because he was a veteran of the Army during Vietnam.
Steve enjoyed fishing, mushroom hunting and was known for his giving spirit and good sense of humor.
In keeping with Steve’s wishes, private family and veteran services will be held.
The Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home is assisting the family
Memorial gifts may be made to the Prospect Lions Club c/o Tal Burkett, Lions Club President 776 King Ave. Marion, Ohio 43302
Remembrances and condolences may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com
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