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John A. Baker, 63, Boswell, died January 31, 2026 at UPMC Montefiore. Born March 31, 1962 in Somerset, son of Donald E. and Margaret L. (Koffman) Baker. Preceded in death by parents, infant sister Melissa, and brothers Donald and Telford Baker. Survived by children: Michael, Christopher, Abby, Kelly, Heidi, and John; numerous grandchildren; sisters and brother: Shirley Deist, Betty (Robert) Charlton, Diane (Jeff) Sopich, Cathy Baker, Emily (Louis) Alongis, and Richard (Rosie) Baker. He was a 1980 graduate of North Star High School. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, riding dirt bikes, and spending time with his family. Arrangements entrusted to Deaner Funeral Home, Stoystown. DeanerFuneralsAndCremations.com