Clarence Baker, Jan. 16, 2003, age 80, late of Homewood, beloved husband of Marjorie C. Baker, nee Fiebig; loving father of William (Nancy Leigh) of Thornton and Nancy Carol Baker of Homewood; dear brother of the late Cornelius (Judith) of Tinley Park and the late Robert (Elaine) Baker of Homewood; fond uncle of a niece and many nephews. World War II Veteran, A Company, 34th Infantry Division “Red Bull” U.S. Army and recipient of Purple Heart. Retired Cement Finisher. Member of Plasterers and Cement Masons Local 11, Area 161, Wally Burns Post #8077 V.F.W., Disabled American Veterans Chapter IL-55, and Lansing Country Club. Resting at the Tews Funeral Home, 18230 S. Dixie Hwy., Homewood, Sunday from 2 to 9 p.m. Services Monday 1 p.m. Interment Homewood Memorial Gardens. Memorials to Wally Burns Memorial Post #8077 V.F.W., P.O. Box 835, Homewood, IL 60430 or the South Suburban Humane Society, Chicago Heights would be appreciated. 708-798-5300 .
