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Vincent Theodore Baker, 87, of Madison passed away on Feb. 9. He is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Sylvia, and his cherished daughter, Christine.

Vincent was born in Norwich on Oct. 3, 1934. He retired from Pratt & Whitney Aircraft after 38 years. He received an honorary discharge from the U.S. Army.

He was a master carpenter, building anything from custom furniture to homes. He loved animals, was an avid fly fisherman and an intense competitor at everything from badminton to horseshoes, and loved watching his daughter, Christine, play basketball.

Vincent was preceded in death by his parents Francis and Anna Baker, his sister Theresa, and his beloved in-laws, Louis and Julia Onofrio.

The family wishes to thank the exceptional caregivers at Apple Rehab in Guilford.

A visitation for Vincent is planned from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 17, at Swan Funeral Home, 825 Boston Post Road in Madison, followed by an 11 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Margaret Church, 24 Academy Street, Madison. Burial with military honors will follow at West Cemetery, Madison. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter.