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Fr. James Baker, SJ
Fr. James Baker, SJ, passed away on June 25, 2025, at the age of 87 in Florissant, Missouri.
Fr. Baker served as principal at Regis Jesuit High School from 1970-73 and again from 1976-79.
Fr. Baker served as principal at Regis Jesuit High School from 1970-73 and again from 1976-79.
“James Baker was born on January 8, 1938, in Quincy, Illinois, to Walter W. and Esther J. Schoenekase Baker. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother William and his sister Marcia. He is survived by his brothers John and Robert Baker.
He entered the St. Stanislaus Seminary of the Society of Jesus (the Jesuits) in Florissant, Missouri, on August 17, 1956. He pronounced first vows on August 22, 1958, and was ordained a priest on June 4, 1969, at the St. Louis Cathedral. He professed final vows on December 8, 1975, at St. Francis Xavier College Church.” Read the full obituary.
He entered the St. Stanislaus Seminary of the Society of Jesus (the Jesuits) in Florissant, Missouri, on August 17, 1956. He pronounced first vows on August 22, 1958, and was ordained a priest on June 4, 1969, at the St. Louis Cathedral. He professed final vows on December 8, 1975, at St. Francis Xavier College Church.” Read the full obituary.
Memorial gifts in his name may be made to the USA Central and Southern Province of the Society of Jesus at 4511 West Pine Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108 or online at www.JesuitsCentralSouthern.org.
We join the prayers of the community of Regis Jesuit with yours for the repose of Fr. Baker's soul and the consolation of his family and all those who loved him. May he rest in peace.
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