Marilyn Baker Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Marilyn Baker (Verndale, Minnesota), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Marilyn left this world on August 24, 2025 at the age of 91, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Marilyn Baker or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Carl Nelson and Beatrice Nelson (Shinabarger); her husband Robert "Bob" Douglas Baker; her children, Russell "Rusty", Warren "Chip" Baker and Robin; her son-in-law Paul Crandall; her brother Gerald "Jerry" Nelson; and her siblings-in-law, Loretta Nelson, Bev Nelson, Diane Nelson, Betty Nelson, LaVonne Baker, Arlene Billington, Norman and Larry Baker.

She is survived by: her children, Randy Baker (Nancy) of Hancock, Darrel Baker (Dawn) of Verndale, Jeanette "Jan" Bernu (Vince) of Deer Creek and Kevin Baker (Tiffany) of Wadena; her brothers, Robert "Bob" Nelson and Edward "Buzz" Nelson; and her sister-in-law Maureen Baker. She is also survived by 27 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, church family, friends and neighbors.