Hugh Baker

Hugh J. Baker, III was born on August 7, 1944. A champion, cheerleader and crusader for Christ. On February 14, Saturday morning sitting with his men's Bible Study Fellowship Leaders, God took him Home. He exemplified servant leadership in every facet of his life, first to his God then to his family, and to all of his work. He began as Purchasing Manager for his Grandfather's steel business, Hugh J. Baker & Co., and finished as the Regional Advancement Director for Rose Hulman Institute of Technology. Hugh embodied energy, optimism and lots of humor. He was a Veteran of Vietnam serving as a Navy Seabee. He served on many Boards including: Indianapolis Rotary (past President), FBI Citizens Academy, Stanley K Lacy Leadership, Indianapolis Symphony, Junior Achievement, PMMI, Indiana Youth Institute, American Red Cross (past member of the Board of Governors). His family and friends will remember "Mr. Indy" at IMS standing in the South Chute as an Observer. Hugh was predeceased by his parents, Hugh Jr and Dorothy and Sister Sue Spooner. Survivors: Wife of 48 years, Priscilla Baker (Hash), Sons, Hugh Jacob, IV, (Lisa), Hiram Judson, (Cary), and Grandchildren: Cole, Caleb, Isabel, Judson, Lillie and Maddie