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| Kenneth Baker, 56, of Meredosia, passed away late Tuesday night (September 23, 2003) at his home. He was born December 26, 1946 in Hettick the son of the late James Lorton and Elizabeth Huber Baker. He married Teresa Chapman Dunham October 1, 2000 in Griggsville. She survives at home. Also surviving 11 children Kenneth Ray Baker Jr. of Pittsfield, James Lorton (wife Sara) Baker of Pittsfield, Mary Louise Coleman of Pittsfeld, Patrick Baker of Monmouth, Christopher Hoseman of Monmouth, Melissa (husband William) Reel of Pittsfield, Clarence Baker of Carlinville, Dennis Dunham Jr. of Meredosia, Michael Dunham of Jacksonville, Keith Dunham of Carlinville, and Shawn Dunham of Meredosia. 11 grandchildren, a brother Larry (wife Ruby) Baker Sr. of Hettick, and a sister Sharon (husband Charles) Szczeblewski of Palmyra. Mr. Baker was worked at Mobil Chemical in Jacksonville and then for Excel in Beardstown. He was a member of the UFCW local 431 in Beardstown. He was a 1964 graduate of Northwestern High School, he loved the outdoors, camping and fishing and was a Chicago Cubs fan. He served in the US Air Force during the Vietnam War. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 PM Monday (Sept. 29, 2003) at Camp Butler Cemetery in Springfield. There will be no visitation. | |||||
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