James E. Baker, 86, of Frankfort, died March 29, 2021 at Clinton House.\u00a0 He was born June 26, 1934 in Frankfort, Ind. to F. Lee & Inez (Ehresman) Baker.<\/p>\n
Jim was a 1952 graduate of Frankfort High School and attended Purdue University.\u00a0 He was a veteran of the Coast Guard and Air Force.\u00a0 Prior to retiring as an electrician at General Motors in Kokomo, he worked for Public Service in Denver, Colorado.\u00a0 His membersh<\/em>ips include, Moose Lodge, American Legion and was a former member of the Eagles Lodge all in Frankfort.\u00a0 Jim was an avid woodworker and enjoyed gardening.<\/p>\n
He is survived by his daughter:\u00a0 Suanna S. (Tom) Marinko of rural Rossville,\u00a02 sons:\u00a0 Christian L. Baker of San Diego, CA and Kelly J. Baker of Frankfort,\u00a04 Grandchildren and 3 Great Grandchildren.\u00a0In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Barbara Kallner<\/p>\n
Funeral Services:<\/em><\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/em>Visitation will be 2-4 p.m. Saturday, April 3, 2021 at Goodwin Funeral Home<\/a>, 200 S. Main St., Frankfort.\u00a0 Jim will be honored with Military Rites at 4 p.m.\u00a0 Out of respect for the health, safety, and comfort of all in attendance, guests will be expected to adhere to current CDC guidelines regarding appropriate social distancing and the wearing of masks. \u00a0Please visit goodwinfuneralhome.com<\/a>, where you may share a message with the family.\u00a0 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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