Diane S. Baker, 64 of Hudsonville, formerly of Midland, died Wednesday evening, February 28, 2018 at her home surrounded by family. She was born March 20, 1953 in Midland, daughter of Donald and the late Alice (Bailey) Christensen. Diane attended Midland schools graduating from Midland High School in 1971. She married Richard “Dick” Baker on November 24, 1978 Midland. Diane worked for the Dow Corning Corporation for 25 years in purchasing and retired in 2002. She had a special place in her heart for her pets and animals. In addition, she enjoyed cruising, shopping, RV’ing, golfing, and getting together with friends.
Diane is survived by her husband Dick Baker, daughter Ashley Lukowski (Shawn Bohnow), step-children James (Nancy) Baker and Jennifer (Jeff) Berryhill; six grandchildren Emily (Andrew) Vavere, Andrew Baker, Wilson Berryhill, Jace Berryhill, Paige Lukowski, and Brady Lukowski. She is also survived by her father Donald Christensen, siblings Donald (Kelly) Christensen Jr. and Tim (Walter Ochinko) Christensen, as well as several nieces and nephews. In addition to her mother Alice she was preceded in death by her sister Martha Christensen.
Funeral services for Diane will take place at 11 a.m. Monday, March 5, 2018 from the Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Home, 1200 West Wheeler Street. Rev. Jennifer Brown will officiate with burial to follow in Midland City Cemetery. Diane’s family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. and on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the Humane Society of Midland County or the Ottawa County Humane Society.
Previous Events
Visitation
4
Mar
1200 West Wheeler Street
Midland, MI 48640
Visitation
4
Mar
1200 West Wheeler Street
Midland, MI 48640
Visitation
5
Mar
1200 West Wheeler Street
Midland, MI 48640
Service
5
Mar
1200 West Wheeler Street
Midland, MI 48640
