Leroy Baker, age 70, of Isanti, Minnesota, has passed away at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids on Sunday April 5th, 2026. A Celebration of Life will take place at the Isanti VFW Post 2735 on Sunday April 19th from 1:00pm – 4:00pm.
Leroy Marvin Baker was born on January 15th, 1956 to Ila (Henrickson) and Virgil Baker in Cambridge, Minnesota. He graduated high school in 1974 and shortly after joined the United States Air Force where he served from September 1974 until November of 1975. He then became a Machinist until his retirement. In Leroy’s free time you could find him fishing, hunting or playing pool. He also enjoyed motorcycles and spending time with friends at local hangouts.
Leroy is preceded in death by his parents, Ila and Virgil, sister Betty, brother in-law Mark, uncles and aunts. Leroy is lovingly survived by his daughter Lindsey (Brandon) Gertz; grand-daughters Haylee and Emily; sister and brother Barbara Larson and Larry Baker; Nieces and Nephews Amie, Amanda, Erik and Cory; Great Neices and Great Nephews Faith, Dominic, Abigail, Olivia, Ila, Spencer and Ryan; along with other family members and friends.
Leroy was a good man. He was quick witted. I enjoyed having a few drinks with him.
My wife Donna and I extend our deepest sympathies to the family and many friends of LeRoy. We will miss him dearly.
I met Leroy about 15 maybe 20 years ago. But, I really got know him in the last 10 years. I got to see him once or twice a week while he made his rounds in his social circle. He made it though a lot health issues in the past. So sad to hear of his passing.
Leroy was a very cool dude. Big smile and a super welcoming conversation. A rare nice guy.
I will miss seeing his big grin.
Leroy was a good man who will be missed by many. RiP ❤️
Leroy was my best friend as a kid. We spent many hours playing in the woods, or in the barn. He’s the one who taught me how to ride a bike! I will miss him!