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Trimmer John Baker Dies at 69

February 13, 2025 By Nadeem Muaddi

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Trimmer John M. Baker of St. Peter, Illinois, has died at age 69.

John was born on March 24, 1955 in Effingham and graduated in 1973 from Neoga High School.

In 1994, after serving in the U.S Army and making his way through several factory jobs, John opened B & L Auto Interiors in nearby Farina. “He was a master at refurbishing and reupholstering convertible tops, auto and boat interiors, and automobile and restaurant seats,” according to his obituary.

Outside of work, John was an active member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, a passionate supporter of veterans, an avid biker, and enjoyed playing Santa, traveling, taking in musicals and photography.

“But, his unriveled joy and his biggest love in life, although the smallest in size, is his granddaughter Collins Baker. Lovingly named ‘Grandpa Cookie’ by Collins, John would make weekly trips to visit her 110 miles away, bringing her a ‘cookie’ or treat when he would see her,” his obituary says.

Sadly, John died on January 13, 2025. He is survived by his son, Chad Baker; daughter, Kimberly Snyder; granddaughter, Collins Baker; stepson, Shane McDowell; stepdaughter, Caitlin McDowell; siblings, Dennis Baker, Susan McMullen, Ruth Kersey, Jane Scheer, Timothy Baker and Nancy Baker; numerous uncles, aunts (including his favorite Aunt Bonnie Baker); cousins, nieces and nephews; and endless friends and family that were not of blood relation.

May he Rest in Peace.

Filed Under: Archive, Obituary Tagged With: Auto Trim, Auto Upholstery, B & L Auto Interiors, Car Interior

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