(St. Joseph, MI.) - A man from Berrien County, Michigan who died

from coronavirus was viewed as a hero.

Walter “Bud” Baker was shot 13 times during the Vietnam War while

fighting to save the lives of his fellow soldiers during an

enemy attack, according to family members.

He received many honors and recognization for his heroics over

the past several decades, including admiration from Congressman

Fred Upton of St. Joseph.

Baker was from Coloma but had family in places like Buchanan and

Michigan City.

Officials say Baker was in his 70’s and had some underlying health

conditions when he died at Lakeland Medical Center in St. Joseph.