Donna J. Baker

Donna J. Baker, 94, of St. Edward, NE passed away on Monday, February 26, 2024, at Cloverlodge Care Center, St. Edward, Nebraska.

Memorial service will be 11:00 a.m., Monday, March 4, 2024, at the St. Edward Christian Community Church, St. Edward, NE with Pastor Mick Goc officiating. There will be a visitation from 4-6 p.m. on Sunday at the church. Private inurnment will be at Evergreen Cemetery, St. Edward, NE.

Miller-Levander Funeral Home in St. Edward, NE is in charge of arrangements.

Donna Jean Baker, daughter of Albert and Gena (Gabrielson) Nelson was born on December 4, 1929, in St. Edward, NE.  Donna received her education from St. Edward Public and graduated with the class of 1947.

On September 1, 1948, Donna was united in marriage to the love of her life, Donald Baker at her family's home in St. Edward, NE. The couple lived in St. Edward where they raised their four children. Donna was a homemaker, staying home to care for the children and the home while Don worked.

Donna was a member of the United Methodist Church in St. Edward, now known as the St. Edward Christian Community Church. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Donna enjoyed playing cards, getting coffee with friends, baking, cooking, and playing piano. She loved hosting family dinners and spending time with her grandchildren. She especially loved having her whole family together for Sunday morning coffee's. Donna will be remembered for being a humble and caring woman and instilling those values in her children.

Donna is survived by her three children: Connie (Rick) Werts of St. Edward, NE; Janell (Chuck) Micek of Pierce, NE; David Baker of St. Edward, NE; eight grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; along with many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband: Donald Baker; daughter: Sharon Baker; daughter-in-law: Gina Baker; granddaughter: Gena Churchill; granddaughter-in-law: Michele Werts; along with brothers and sisters-in-law.