of Leslie, AR
November 10, 1944 - February 9, 2020
David Lee Baker, age 75 of Leslie, Arkansas passed from this life on Sunday, February 9th, 2020 at his home. He was born in Marshall, Arkansas on November 10th, 1944 to Raymond Baker and Cornelia Harris Baker.
David was a Vietnam War Veteran of the United States Army. He was drafted into the war and honorably discharged. He graduated high school in Leslie. He went on to attend Twin Lakes Vo-tech machine shop and graduated with his certificate. David worked sheet rock and worked as a machinist with Flintrock for 26 years. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and playing with Anthony, Dom and Jr. Upton. He was a member of Leslie Legion and Faith Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Thelma Bower Baker of the home; son, Ronnie Baker and wife Heather of Leslie; brother, Ben Baker and wife Judy of Marshall; sister-in-law, Mava Baker of Harrison; and a host of nieces, nephews, other family and friends who will mourn his passing. David is preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Cornelia Baker; and one brother, Paul Baker.
Funeral services for David will be 11:00 AM Thursday, February 13th, 2020 at Roller-Coffman Funeral Home in Marshall, Arkansas with Bro. Tommy Jolly and Bro. Kelly Johnson officiating. Visitation will be 10:00 till 11:00 AM preceding the service. Burial will be in Red Hill Cemetery near Marshall, Arkansas. Bearers will be Tracy Bower, Jeremiah Pruitt, Anthony Pruitt, Jeff Brown, Joel Baker, Ricky Deckard and Glenn Watts. Honorary bearers will be James Ray, Anthony Upton, Domnic Upton and Marty Upton Jr.
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11 Condolence(s)
Barbara Smith
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Thelma, Ronnie, Heather and family I am so sorry for your loss. David was always a quiet man but so very likeable. He always had a smile on his face. He will be missed by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with each one of you during this difficult time. May you find peace in the lord and with each other.
James Fountain
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
We are so sorry to learn of David's passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with all his family during this difficult time.
James & Vickie Fountain
Jeri White
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Will miss seeing him at Misty's.
Mitzi & Loy Garrison
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Our condolences to David’s family during this trying time. Ronnie, we are so sorry for the loss of your Father. Our love & prayers are with you.
Lesil and Tracy Morrison
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for all of you in this difficult time.
Albert & Anna Maze
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Thelma, Ronnie, Ben and families, we are sorry for loss. Prayers for you during this difficult time.
Barbara Henderson
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
So sorry to hear of David’s passing. He was such a good friend to Doug.
Robert & Terry Vannoy
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Prayers for the family for your loss. David will be missed. He was one of kind. Loved the road side talks. RIP David ðŸ™
Cathy Miles
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Ronnie , Heather and family , I am so sorry for your loss . I am keeping you in my prayers I wish there were something I could do.
Candi and Dirk Watts
Sunday, February 9, 2020
Thelma, Ronnie, and Heather; we are so sorry about David. He will be missed every day! Prayers for you all
Don Clifton
Sunday, February 9, 2020
We are thinking about you Thelma. I valued those roadside chats with David. He was one of the good guys. R.I.P. David.