Donald Dean Baker, 78, of Salina passed away peacefully April 2, 2019, at Lindsborg Hospital. He was born in Smith Center on July 12, 1940. During Donald’s life as a truck driver, he traveled around the United States.

Donald is survived by his daughters, Cynthia Cote (David) of Londerzeel, Belgium, and Deana Johnson (James) of Salina; three grandsons and their spouses; three great-grandchildren; and four “fur grandchildren”.

No services are planned. His body was donated for research and teaching purposes.

The family would like to thank Dr. Kevin Norris, the caregivers at Kenwood View, Bethany Home, and Lindsborg Hospital for all their help with Donald during his time at each facility and for making his last months comfortable.