Ralph C. Baker

Mr. Ralph C. Baker, age: 80 Of: McEwen, TN Passed away: Tuesday evening, January 10, 2017, at his home in Stover, MO with family by his side. He was born February 27, 1936 in McEwen, TN, a son of William John “Dub” and Mildred Marie Wallace Baker. On December 18, 1976, Ralph was united in marriage to Shirley M. Eades, in Waverly, TN and she resides at their home in Stover, MO. Mr. Baker served his country in the United States Navy. He owned and operated Baker’s Water Line Service for many years. He also served as a Deputy Sheriff and provided security for Loretta Lynn during events she hosted. Mr. Baker was a member of the Masonic Lodge in Belton, MO and later Waverly, TN. He was an avid outdoorsman, who enjoyed hunting. Ralph and Shirley moved to Stover a few years ago to be near family. In keeping with Mr. Baker’s wishes, he was cremated. Graveside Services: will be conducted at 10:00am Friday, January 20th in Meadowlawn Cemetery. Interment: of cremains will follow. Survived by: Wife: Shirley M. Eades Baker of Stover, MO Children: Shelly Rena Carver (Russell) of Freeman, MO Kelly Faye Harrelson (Jim) of Clinton, MO Rick Wade Baker of Stover, MO Brenda Lee Albright of Olathe, KS Daughter-in-law: Pamela Kay Baker of Blue Springs, MO Siblings: Clarence Oneal Baker (Linda) of PA Billy D. Baker (Marie) of Waverly, TN Jake Baker (Carrie) of Long Beach, CA Norma Jean Plunkett (late husband, Frank) of Waverly, TN Steve Baker (Kathy) of PA Numerous Grandchildren Numerous Great Grandchildren Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Other Relatives & Friends Preceded in death by: Parents: William John “Dub” and Mildred Marie Wallace Baker Children: Jerry Dale Baker, Marian Lynn Simmons, Billy Ranual Baker Arrangements by the Humphreys County Funeral Home (931) 296-5955 & Scrivner-Morrow Funeral Home