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James William Baker
James William BakerOhioStateJames William Baker, 52 of Richwood died unexpectedly early Thursday morning, May 1, 2014 at Memorial Hospital of Union County.  He was born March 27, 1962 in Fremont.

On November 19, 1994 he married the former Paula Orlosky in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and she survives in Richwood.

Jim enjoyed golfing, fishing, hunting and camping, and cheering on his beloved Ohio State Buckeyes.  He loved spending time with family and his grandchildren.  A 1980 graduate of Upper Sandusky High School, he had been involved in several business ventures with his business partner and close friend, Bob Biondi.  Jim recently retired from Fed One Dublin after 20 years with partners Bob Biondi and Amy Biondi-Huffman.  He was looking forward to finishing their new living space in Richwood and being able to spend his future with Paula relaxing, camping and being with their kids and grand-kids.

Besides his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Courtney (Michael) Barnett, Richwood; Caitlin (Joey) Thompson, Marion; a son, Andrew Baker, Richwood; four grandchildren, Alexis, Jordyn, Nevaeh, Richwood, and Gracyn, Marion; his father, Robert (Diane) Baker, Fremont; his mother, Mary (Dick) Altvater, Upper Sandusky; father and mother-in-law, Bernie and Linnie Orlosky, Nashville, Tennessee; two brothers, David (Vicki) Baker, West Virginia; Robert (Stephanie)Baker Jr., Port Clinton; three sisters, Rose (Will) Sayre, Marion; Connie Baker, Upper Sandusky; Dorothy Baker, Sarasota, Florida; and close friends, Bob and Tina Biondi, whom he considered family.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Scott Baker and a sister, Brenda Wilburn.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, May 6, 2014 at 11:00 AM at the Richwood First United Methodist Church with Pastor Joe Rhea officiating.  Burial will follow in Claibourne Cemetery.   Friends may call on Monday from 4 to 8 PM at the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home, Richwood.

Memorial gifts may be made to the First United Methodist Church, 18 South Fulton Street, Richwood, OH  43344

Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com


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#1 from: Tracy and Dawn Kavanagh
Richwood
Thu, May 1, 2014 at 10:53 PM

to Paula and Family:  We are grieved by this news beyond words.

Jim was not a really "close" friend of mine, but rather a close acquaintance, but still I would call him a Good Friend.  I would see him and chat with him more often than most of my very "close" friends.  Jim was the kind of guy that everybody liked, the kind of guy that went out of his way to help other people.  I know he did a lot for the community.  I would see Jim at the Post office, the Hardware store, or the bank, and he's the kind of guy that would always stop to say "How are you doing?  How's your Dad?"  and you could tell he really wanted to know.  I thought a lot of Jim.  He will be greatly missed.  

May God comfort you in this time of your great suffering and loss.



#2 from: Gail DeGood-Guy and Tom Guy
Richwood, Ohio
Fri, May 2, 2014 at 3:09 PM

Dear Paula and family.   Words just can't express the sorrow we feel for all of you.  May God keep and watch over you all while during this most difficult time.



#3 from: Steve Brown
 
Fri, May 2, 2014 at 3:41 PM

Paula:  This news is so very sad.  Jim was a GREAT GUY.  I loved spending time with him on various committees and projects at the church.  Jim will be missed.  You and your ENTIRE family are in my prayers



#4 from: Carol Ann Lookabaugh-Pitts
Calgary, Alberta
Fri, May 2, 2014 at 3:48 PM

We are sorry for your loss, Jim was a great man. Prayers and hugs across the miles..........Carol and Montana Lookabaugh



#5 from: Nikki Murray
 
Fri, May 2, 2014 at 4:08 PM

My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time. I hope that your memories of Jim will give you some comfort at this time.



#6 from: Hensley
Richwood
Fri, May 2, 2014 at 6:33 PM

Lin and I extend our deepest sympathies to the family. Jim was a very nice man, so shocked to hear of this. Prayers come your way for peace.



#7 from: Joanne and Peter Stecher
Brandon, FL
Fri, May 2, 2014 at 11:26 PM

There are no words to describe our profound sadness with Jim\'s unexpected passing. Jim was been like a big brother to me and was the son my parents never had.  He truly was a member of our family and will be greatly missed. \r
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You are all in our thoughts and prayers and our entire family is there for yours at this difficult time. God bless you all. \r
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Joanne and Pete



#8 from: Rebecca Blue George
Richwood,Ohio
Sat, May 3, 2014 at 7:37 AM

So, so, sorry for the family, the church and the community.  

The Richwood Laundry and Dry Cleaning which Jim created and maintained has been an asset to this community.

His expertise will be missed as a trustee of First United Methodist Church.

Several years ago I asked for his support of Women With a Mission's United Way project, the Dolly Parton Imagination Library which supplies free books to local pre-school children.  He has since supported this project each year.

May God bestow comfort to his loving family.

Rebecca Blue George







#9 from: Brenda and Gordon Brain
Medina, Ohio
Sat, May 3, 2014 at 10:47 AM

Paula, we are so sorry for your loss.  Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.



#10 from: Eileen Breckstein
Apex, NC
Sat, May 3, 2014 at 4:07 PM

Dear Jim,
I'm so sorry that we didn't have the opportunity to meet again at the Biondi Farm.  I know that the feeling of Fellowship and Extended Family would be the same.
Rest in Peace.
Eileen   (with Rachel & Leah)



#11 from: rhonda and mark kennison
 
Sun, May 4, 2014 at 11:21 AM

Paula to u and family our prayers are with you. We are so sorry to hear this as.  If there is as ny thing that u need please do not hesitate to get a hold of us.  Take care.  Rhonda and mark



#12 from: Brett Swihart
Westerville, Ohio
Sun, May 4, 2014 at 9:23 PM

Jim was a good friend in Jr. High & High School.  We sat together at the lunch table. I remember riding our bikes together in the summer and playing records. Jim was always caring, and friendly.  He will be missed.  Our prayers are with you.  



#13 from: Stephen Moore
City of Groveport
Mon, May 5, 2014 at 12:51 PM

So sorry for yor loss. I met Jim while working with him on warehouse construction projects in Groveport. He has always been respected by those in the industry and here at the City. I have also known Jim on a personal level hunting together at the Wyandot property. I will miss our friendship.



#14 from: P.J. Brown
Rockvale, Tn
Mon, May 5, 2014 at 3:55 PM

My heartfelt condolences to my very dearest friend Paula Baker and her son Andrew, also her step daughters and grandchildren. Jim was always very kind to me and had a great sense of humor,he always made me smile. May the good Lord Bless and look over Paula and her family in these difficult times. Sincerely, The Brown Family



#15 from: Mitchell Bennett
Bloomdale, Ohio
Mon, May 5, 2014 at 7:55 PM

Elaine and I wish to express our condolences, I am in such shock over his passing. I wish we had all gotten together like we talked. I will miss him, even though we haven't seen each other in years I think of him often. Sincerely, Mitchell                      



#16 from: Pad Door Systems
Columbus, Ohio
Wed, May 7, 2014 at 9:16 AM

Jim, as a business associate of Fed One , was  very good to us over the years. He was a good person and nice man to work with on projects. We are saddened by his passing. He will be missed as a work associate and as a fine person. We the employees at Pad Door Systems want to extend our sympathies to his wife and family .




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