Vernon Dee Baker, 74, of Grants Pass died Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008, at his home. Private family graveside services have been held at Hillcrest Memorial Park. He was born April 14, 1934, in Quapaw, Okla., to Louis and Lucy Baker. In addition to his wife, Patricia Baker, survivors include four daughters, Jodee, Sheryl, Mary Catherine and Susan; a son, Kevin; two brothers; a sister; seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.