About Us

About Us

We are dedicated to providing compassionate care and personalized services to support families during life’s most challenging moments. Our experienced and caring team is here to guide you every step of the way, ensuring your loved one’s life is honored with dignity, respect, and heartfelt attention to detail. We believe that every life is unique, and we work closely with you to create meaningful tributes that reflect their story and legacy.


With a variety of options to meet your family’s specific needs and wishes, we strive to make the process as seamless and comforting as possible. Our deep commitment to excellence and care ensures that you receive the support and guidance you deserve, providing peace of mind during this difficult time. Let us help you celebrate your loved one’s life in a way that brings comfort and healing to those who cherish their memory.

Baker Funeral Home was founded May 10, 1934, by Wesley E. Baker, Sr. and his wife, Eleanor. Mr. Baker became involved in funeral service as a young man, assisting funeral director Mr. Earl Jenkins during the great influenza epidemic of 1918.

Mr. Baker graduated from the Columbus Embalming School and received his embalmer's license in 1921. He practiced with Mr. Jenkins in Elyria for a short time before moving his family to Berea in 1930. He worked for Mr. Emil Haag at the Haag Funeral Home on East Bridge Street in Berea.

Black-and-white street scene with several parked vintage cars beside a small house and leafless trees.

When Mr. Baker started his own business, it was originally located on Seminary Street on the site now occupied by the municipal parking lot. In 1936, seeking additional space, Mr. Baker purchased the property at 206 Front Street. The business continues to operate at this location, with additions constructed in 1946, 1952, and again in 2000.

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Today, Baker Funeral Home has a staff of 3 licensed funeral directors and embalmers, Dennis Osinski, Casey Kensinger and Todd Strzalka. Dennis and Casey are the new owners who have worked for the Baker family for over 20 years. Donna Bunce, director of family services, works with our families to pre-plan their funeral, their way.

Baker, Osinski, Kensinger Funeral Home continues in the tradition established by Wesley and Eleanor Baker: compassionate, affordable service to families in time of need with attention to detail. The staff is committed to providing meaningful, personalized memorialization for families of all faiths.