of Conway, AR
December 12, 1941 - June 24, 2025
Herbert Hulen Baker, 83, of Conway, AR passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones. He was a devoted Husband, Dad (Pops), Papa (Pa), Brother, Uncle, Bandmate and Lifelong Friend. Herb lived a life filled with humor, singing and playing the mandolin and a truly deep love for family and friends. His kindness and closed-eyed big grin drew people in, leaving a lasting impression. Herb married his loving wife, Angie on July 3, 1971. They built a beautiful life together with two boys and one daughter. He took immense pride in the lives they built. He cherished his role as Papa (Pa) to his 5 grandchildren, Dylan A. Holbrook, Kennedy G. Baker, Andrew P. Coombs and Harper J. Coombs. He encouraged their dreams and was proud of all their accomplishments.
Herb's legacy of hard work and reliability is a testament of his character. His passions were playing his mandolin and joining the Wooten Brothers any time or place for a jam session. Baseball season you could find him watching the St Louis Cardinals or listening to them on the radio. A little-known fact is that he taught Kenpo Karate and he was a 7th Degree Black Belt.
He was a devoted Dad (Pops) to his sons, Eric Baker and Kenneth (Kenny) Baker and his daughter, Cheri Coombs.
Herb is survived by his wife, Angie Baker; brother, Joe Baker and children, Eric Baker and Cheri (Christopher) Coombs. Danny (Delores) Wooten, whom he considered his best friend. As well as many friends who he claimed as family. He was preceded in death by his son, Kenneth Andrew Baker; brother, Lonnie Baker and his parents, Howard and Blanche Baker.
Memorial/Celebration of Life Service will be Saturday, June 28, 2025 at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Clinton, AR at 1:00 pm. All friends and family are invited to celebrate with us.
For online guestbook please visit www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/clinton
RIP Mr Baker.
I'm gonna miss him he always had the time to talk to me when ever I seen him
We always enjoyed being around Herb. He was a quiet and gentle soul. Who knew A karate black belt. He will be missed by his family. Our deepest condolences.
We all loved our Bake. Forever.
Eric and Cheri:
I am terribly sorry to hear of your loss. Your dad was a big part of my childhood, and I remember him fondly. Not just all of the bluegrass festivals, but I have fond memories of when he drove Eric, my brother and me to Driver's Education at UCA every day one summer listening to Paul Harvey on the radio. He was so good to my dad, and I am very thankful for that. He will be greatly missed.
My condolences to the family. I had the privilege of jamming with Herb several times. It was an honor to be in the presence of such a talented man. He will be missed.