John R. Baker Obituary (1951 - 2018)

John Baker, 66, of Normal, formerly of Chicago, passed away at 11:18 a.m., Saturday, November 17, 2018 at Advocate BroMenn Medical Center, Normal. John was born on December 15, 1951 in Chicago, the son of Cornelius and Elizabeth Welker Baker. He is survived by his father, Cornelius Baker of Chicago; two brothers, Robert Baker and Dale Baker, both of Chicago; a sister, LaRae (Mark) Beach of Danvers; three nephews and one niece. John was preceded in death by his mother, Elizabeth and a brother, Neil Baker. Cremation rites have been accorded and a memorial service will be held at a later date in Chicago.