Daniel George Baker, age 73, of Phoenix, Arizona passed away on August 2, 2022. Dan (aka Danny) was born on January 9, 1949 in Brooklyn, New York. As the middle of five children, he had 2 sisters (surviving) and 2 brothers (deceased).
Dan moved to Phoenix in 1974 with his first wife, Janice, and eldest daughter, Coleene. Once in the valley, he channeled his creative skills into becoming a premier floral designer. In 1977, he married the love of his life, his second wife, Debbie. Dan and Deb were married 25 years and had three daughters together, Lindsey, Ashley, and Courtney.
Dan never met a stranger and used his exceptional people skills to lead him to a very successful career in insurance as an independent insurance agent. Dan started his own insurance agency, Southwest Bonding & Insurance Services, in 1989 and was known for making sales at every opportunity. Whether it was to the cashiers at the grocery store or the waitresses at his favorite restaurants, he always found a way to “beat their current rates.” Dan would win them over with his easy-going personality, bright blue eyes, huge smile, and year-round wardrobe of shorts.
Dan leaves behind many beloved family and friends including his four daughters: Coleene Piotrowski (Robert), Lindsey Kingsley (Kevin), Ashley Decker, and Courtney Baker; and five grandchildren: Brett, Sophia, Scarlett, Brooklyn, and Kolton.
Please join us in celebrating Dan’s life on Saturday, August 13, 2022 at 11:00 AM at the Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home located on at 4800 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix, AZ 45018. Private burial service to follow.
Stephanie Ryan
Many Blessings to you all, and beautiful memories of knowing him. Dan, I wish you the most amazing continued journey and eternal peace. Love & Hugs to his loved ones.
Patricia McKee
My prayers and hugs are with the family! He was a kind and generous man and will be missed! So glad to have known you, and your family!
JOHN S GARCIA
So sorry for your loss I will keep your family inour prayers and may God Bless your family during this time
Ron Roman
HUGS to Dan’s family. I fondly remember working with Dan over the past 25 years. I’ll remember him as a kind and generous man who always took the time to get to know you just a bit better. He will be missed.
Marla Hazelton
Condolences to the family.
Sharon Savage
Dan was a good man & good friend. He made working fun. My prayers & thoughts are with the family. He loved you all very much..
Suzi Spidell
Sorry to hear about your loss. He was Great to work with, taught me a lot. All good thoughts go out to the family. Take Care of each other.
Rick Richey
Please accept my warmest condolences for your family’s loss.