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John E. Baker

February 3, 1948 - March 5, 2021

John E. Baker, 73, of Wapakoneta, died 3:31 p.m., Fri. March 5, 2021, at Lima Memorial Health System emergency room, following a sudden illness. He was born Feb. 3, 1948, in Cleveland, OH, the son of Harry & Helen (Wallace) Baker, who preceded him in death. On Dec. 10, 1976, he married Delana R. Cooper, and she survives. Other survivors include, children, Michael Webb, Napa, FL, Tonia Webb, Lima, Scott Webb, Lima, grandchildren, Felicia Jones, Brandon Jones, Destinee Webb, Courtney McRedmond, Dallas Webb, Chance Webb, great grandchildren, Hannah, Kaylyn, Brandon, Jr., Hayden, Parker, Carder, Avery, Katelena, several nieces, nephews, and wonderful sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law. He was proceeded in death by several brothers & sisters. John retired from Ford Motor Co., Lima Engine Plant, after 34 years of service. He was U.S. Navy Seal, and served 2 tours of duty in Viet Nam. John was a member of the Plum Street Baptist Church, Wapakoneta, and the Wapakoneta V.F.W. Post #8445. He enjoyed playing cards, and was a car enthusiast. Funeral services will be 3:00 p.m., Tues. March 9, 2021, at the Eley Funeral Home & Crematory, St. Rt. 501, Wapakoneta, with Pastor Ron Boyer officiating. The family will receive family and friends 1-3 p.m., Tues., at the funeral home. Military rites will be conducted will be conducted by the Wapakoneta V.F.W. Post #8445, at the funeral home following the funeral service. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Plum Street Baptist Church. Condolences may be expressed at www.eleyfuneralhomeandcrematory.com. In keeping with current health guidelines, masks and social distancing are required. The service will be live streamed on the funeral home’s Facebook page

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John E. Baker, 73, of Wapakoneta, died 3:31 p.m., Fri. March 5, 2021, at Lima Memorial Health System emergency room, following a sudden illness. He was born Feb. 3, 1948, in Cleveland, OH, the son of Harry & Helen (Wallace) Baker, who preceded... View Obituary & Service Information

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