Age 51, of Durand, passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family on Chris’ tribute wall at detroitcremationsociety.com.

Christopher Michael Baker was born on August 21, 1974, in Flint, Michigan, the son of Michael Baker and Marcia (VanCise) Bigelow. Christopher worked previously as a supervisor at Durand Forms. He loved his music, fishing, and his beloved pets; Lola and Pickles.

Left to cherish his memory are his mother, Marcia, and his brothers and sisters, Bill, Tim, Mandy and Preston; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Chris was preceded in death by his father Michael, his grandparents, William and Inez Baker, and Albert and Virginia VanCise.