Kevin Dean Baker

Kevin D Baker 57 of Okemos passed peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer. Born June 9 1958 in Lansing to Thomas (deceased) and Evelyn. Beloved husband of 31 years to Monica. Loving son Joshua. Loving brother of Kenda (Jeff - deceased) Tomla (Keith) Tommy, David (Julie) Brother in law of Suzy (John) Mike (Beverly) Devoted mother in law Phyllis Gabbert Nieces, Kristen and Rachel. Nephews Frank, Jacob, Dustin and Justin Kevin was a 1976 graduate of Okemos High School.He loved his family and friends and was an avid fly fisherman. Fishing the rivers of upper Michigan and lakes and streams of Colorado and California. Kevin loved the out of door and all the wonders of nature. Once he started talking about fishing it was hard to get him to stop. He also had a passion for moto cross riding, skateboarding and of course his beloved Red Wings. A Special Thank-You to the nursing staff of McLaren Hospitals 3 South and Sparrow Hospitals Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Unit. You made it so much easier for us during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers please make a contribution to the Sparrow Hospital Home Hospice program. The family is being served by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 1730 East Grand River Ave., East Lansing, MI. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.greastlansing.com