HERKIMER – Donald I. Baker, age 88, died Tuesday, December 10, 2019. He was born June 19, 1931, in Walton son of Thelma and Lewis Baker. He attended Walton Schools and then the State University of Cortland. Don served in the United States Air Force and was stationed in Alaska. Upon his return, he married Catherine Sharino of Frankfort, on August 18, 1956. He continued his education and received his Master Degree from Syracuse University in Education Administration and was a lifelong fan of Syracuse Football and Basketball. Don was a fifty-three year member of B.P.O.E. #1439 Herkimer. Don was never happier than when he was with his family. Don was predeceased by his wife of sixty-one years, Catherine. He is survived by his son, David and his wife, Mary K. Baker; a son, Dana Baker all of Herkimer, a sister, Nadene Kopetz of Afton, grandchildren, Danielle Baker and Jen Scott of Lewiston, ME, Jillian and Randy Sobel of Stratford, CT, Grace Baker of South Burlington, VT and Jacob Baker of Burlington, VT. Don chose to participate in the Anatomical Gift Program of Upstate Medical College, Syracuse. There are no calling hours or services. His final wishes were for any donations to be made to your favorite charity. Arrangements were made through Fenner Funeral Home Inc. Herkimer.