His final days were spent surrounded by the family and friends he loved so much.
Wayne was born on September 18, 1936, in Columbus, OH to James and Nellie Baker. He was the youngest of 3 children. Wayne was a 1954 graduate of Central High School.
In 1929 his father founded J.F. Baker Roofing. Wayne joined his family at the business in 1962, and recently celebrated 60 years operating the business.
Wayne and his wife Pat would have celebrated 54 years of marriage this September 14th. Wayne had a passion for his family. Together with Pat they hosted countless Sunday dinners, holidays, and celebrations, attended numerous events for the children, and cherished every moment they were together.
Throughout his life Wayne enjoyed his bowling and golf leagues, camping, traveling, spending the winter in Florida, attending car shows, rooting for the Buckeyes, spoiling his grandchildren and dogs, and watching the birds.
Wayne was known and loved for his endless stories and jokes, and his playful smile. He touched the hearts of many with his kind and generous spirit.
Wayne is survived by his wife Pat and their 2 children Susan Hovest (Eric), and Chad Baker (Cindy); his 2 children Brad Baker and Terri Hebert from his first wife Beverley; his grandchildren Amber, Austin, Lauren, Kristen, Alex, Lindsey, Nate, Dillon, Morgan, Rachel, and Lucas; his great grandsons Devon and Parker; his brother-in-law Mike Mitchell (Debi); his sister-in-law Carol Baker; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Wayne is preceded in death by his parents, his sister Norma Kisner-Smeck, his brother Dick Baker, and his beloved daughter Jody Sohr.
A visitation and reception will be held from 5-8pm on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at SCHOEDINGER NORTHWEST, 1740 Zollinger Rd, Upper Arlington, OH 43221. A celebration of life service will be held at 10:30am on Wednesday, September 14, 2022.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Wayne’s memory to *Ohio Health Hospice, OhioHealth Foundation, 3430 OhioHealth Parkway, Fl. 3, Columbus, OH 43203; *Riverside United Methodist Church, 2701 Zollinger Rd, Upper Arlington, OH 43221; or *The Refuge, @therefugeohio.org
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