Daniel J. Baker, 63
Dateline: Norton, MA
Daniel J. Baker, age 63, a lifelong resident of Norton, passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully at home on Friday, July 7, 2023.
Born in Attleboro, MA on October 30, 1959, he was a loving and devoted son of Patricia (Roy) Baker of Norton and the late Francis C. “Mac” Baker.
Danny grew up in Norton and was educated in Norton Schools. He was a talented carpenter, who had the ability to build a beautiful home from frame to finish.
Danny’s favorite times were those spent with family and friends. He loved the great outdoors and had a passion for fishing, both salt and fresh water. Along with his family, he was a communicant of Saint Mary’s Church in Norton. Danny will always be remembered as a man who would go out of his way to help others in need and for his generosity and remarkable sense of humor. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him, especially by his mother Pat.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his dear brothers: Timothy Baker and his wife Elizabeth of Norton, Peter Baker and his wife Ruth of Attleboro and Mark Baker of Norton. He is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family.
Relatives and friends are cordially invited to attend visiting hours on Tuesday, July 11th from 6:00-8:00 P.M at the Norton Memorial Funeral Home, 19 Clapp Street (Off Route 140, Taunton Avenue) Norton.
His Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, July 12th at 11:00 A.M. in Saint Mary’s Church, 1 Power Street, Norton. Burial will follow at the Timothy Plain Cemetery in Norton.
To send his family a message of condolence, please visit www.nortonmemorial.com