DAVID GERALD BAKER SR.

                David Gerald Baker Sr., 77 of Farwell, Michigan passed away at his home on Thursday, September 9, 2021. David was born February 21, 1944, in Lansing, Michigan the son of Howard Elton Baker and Mary Janet (Sifton) Baker. David graduated from La Sierra High School, Sacramento, California in 1962. Following his graduation, Mr. Baker enlisted in the United States Army and honorably served his country during the Vietnam War. After completing his military service commitment, David attended and graduated from American River Community College, Sacramento. Mr. Baker had resided in Farwell since 2008, moving from Antioch, California. Mr. Baker retired from KGO Channel 7 of San Francisco, California after many years of dedicated service. David was a member of T.O.P.S (Take off pounds sensibly). He enjoyed photography and collecting camera equipment.

                David is survived by his four sons: Gary, David, Robert and Kevin, and his girlfriend, Donna Davenport. Mr. Baker was preceded in death by his parents and his first wife, Virginia Koerner.

                A Funeral Mass celebrating David will be held Friday, September 24, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. from St. Athanasius Catholic Church, 310 S. Broad Street, Harrison, with Rev. Father J. Marcel Portelli officiating. A memorial visitation will be held Friday, September 24, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. until the funeral mass. Memorial gifts in memory of Mr. Baker may be considered to: Baker Family, In care of: Mr. Kevin Baker. To share an online memory or condolence with David’s family, please visit: www.stockingfuneralhome.com. Arrangements and care of Mr. Baker and his family are entrusted with Stocking Funeral Home, Harrison (989)539-7810.