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Walker-Eastman-Heydinger Funeral Home
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Norwalk, OH 44857
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Harry T. Baker, 90, of North Fairfield, Ohio, passed away Thursday, July 10, 2014, in his home.

He was born February 7, 1924 in Richland County, Ohio, to the late Harry D. and Bessie May (Thomson) Baker, and was a lifelong area resident.

Harry was a 1942 graduate of North Fairfield High School, and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a former employee of the Shelby Depot, Shelby, Ohio, Holden's Gas of North Fairfield, Ohio, and was the owner of Harry's Refrigeration. Harry was a 50 year member of the North Fairfield Lions Club, was a former Assistant Fire Chief of the North Fairfield Fire Department, and was the Fairfield Township Zoning Inspector for over 50 years. He was a social member of the North Fairfield and Monroeville American Legion Clubs. He was also a member of Eagles Aerie #711 of Norwalk, Ohio, the Norwalk Bronson Conservation Club, and enjoyed photography.

Harry is survived by his daughter, Shirley M. Baker-Hopek of North Fairfield, Ohio, by 3 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, and by his sister, Frances "Jean" Semple of Flaxville, Montana.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Viola T. "Vi" (Fresch) Baker in 2007. Friends may call on Monday, July 14, 2014 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in Walker Funeral Home, 98 West Main Street, Norwalk, Ohio where funeral services will be held on Tuesday, July 15, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. Interment will be in North Fairfield Cemetery.

Online condolences may be made by going to www.edwalkerfuneralhome.com.