By Jim Meridith
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  • Visitation

    Friday, October 5, 2018

    6 to 8 p.m.

    Ingram-Meridith Funeral Home in Albion, IL

  • Service

    Saturday, October 6, 2018

    10 a.m.

    Ingram-Meridith Funeral Home in Albion, IL

    Military Rites to follow on the front lawn of the funeral home

  • Full Obituary

    Charles L. Baker, 75, of West Salem, IL passed from this life to the next on October 1, 2018 at Harrisburg Medical Center in Harrisburg, IL.

     He was born December 7, 1942 in Latona, IL to Leah M. (Shamhart) and Luther S. Baker. He married Judith Miller on August 20, 1966 in Olney, IL and she survives.

     Charles was a Veteran of the Vietnam era, and a diesel mechanic in the automotive industry.

     He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Judith of West Salem; one daughter, Keilana Capwell of West Salem; one son, Alan (Danielle) Baker of West Salem; two sisters: Esther Johnson and Dora May Martin; one brother, Lloyd Baker; four grandchildren: Kenneth “Gus” Baker, Allison (Billy) Freese, Kate Buckles, and Maddie Buckles; and one great-grandchild, Kenton Buckles. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters: Inez Finn and O’Norma Harris; and two brothers: Roy and Cleo “Pud”.

     Visitation will be held Friday, October 5, 2018 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Ingram-Meridith Funeral Home in Albion, IL. The funeral service will be held Saturday, October 6 at 10 a.m. at the funeral home in Albion with Military Rites to follow on the front lawn of the funeral home.

     Fond memories and condolences may be shared online at www.meridithfuneralhome.com.

     Ingram-Meridith Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements.

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5 Condolences
 
  1. Gary Hall / October 2, 2018 at 4:16 pm

    My deepest sympathies to the Baker family. You are in our prayers. Gary & Opal Hall

  2. Dan Boyle / October 2, 2018 at 11:26 pm

    Cousin Judy and family, I am so sorry for your loss! You will be in my thoughts and prayers!

  3. Becky Miller / October 3, 2018 at 11:48 am

    I’m so sorry for your loss, praying for your family

  4. Anna Miller Grabowski / October 3, 2018 at 8:09 pm

    Judy, Keilana and family, We are very sorry to hear this and you will be in our thoughts during this difficult time. George, Scott, Allan, Carol and I send our love.

  5. Melissa chapman / October 3, 2018 at 9:11 pm

    My deepest sympathy for your family. I will miss his smiling face and friendliness… Always a pleasure to have a chat with him. He will be sadly missed by many!! Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers 🙏

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