Samuel "Russ" Baker

Millington, MI

Husband, father and grandfather passed away Sunday, January 20 ^th , 2019 at his home with family by his side. He was age 68. Russ was born on December 17th, 1950 in Portage, IN to the late Samuel and Patricia (Griffin) Baker. He was married to Tracey Leach on July 20 ^th , 1992; she survives him. Russ owned and operated Tiffany's Food and Spirits for 30+ years. He was an avid fisherman, motorcyclist, metal artist and collector, and he enjoyed spending time in his workshop with family and friends.

Surviving besides his wife Tracey are two sons and two daughters: Eddie Baker of Frankenmuth, MI, Emilie Baker of Frankenmuth, MI, Shauna (Michael) Meinecke of Fort Worth, TX, and Michael (Lindsey) Mohr of Millington, MI; grandchildren Henrick and Everett Mohr, Samuel Stark, and Derby Meinecke; brothers and sisters Sheri (Dan) Sellers, Shelly (Wendell) Ruwersma, and Dan (Linda) Baker; dearest cousins; Bill (Pegi) Baker, Becky Baer-Graham and many more cousins, nieces, nephews, and close friends.

Russ was preceded in death by the grandparents who raised him.

According to Russ' wishes, cremation has taken place. Russ' family will receive visitors on Tuesday, January 22 ^nd from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Cederberg Funeral Home of Frankenmuth, 590 N. Franklin St., with a private family service to follow. In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the Russ Baker Scholarship Fund for students pursuing skilled trades. Arrangements entrusted to Cederberg Funeral Home of Frankenmuth.  Please sign our guest book or share an online condolence with the family at www.cederbergfh.com .