1956
Jerry
2014
Jerry R. Baker
March 30, 1956 — November 28, 2014
Marion- Jerry R. Baker, 58, of Marion, passed away at 8:24 PM, Friday, November 28, 2014 at his home in Marion.
Jerry was born on March 30, 1956 in Marion to Thomas R. and Patsy (Motsinger) Baker.
He began his career at Baker Automotive Salvage and Towing in Marion and then later as a coal miner for Zeigler Coal Company.
He was a member of the Marion Masonic Lodge and the Williamson County Shrine Club. In his spare time, he enjoyed working on cars, Sprint Car Racing at various tracks throughout the US, jugging for fish at area lakes and ponds and spending time with his family and friends.
Survivors include-
Mother- Patsy Baker of Marion
Daughter- Kelli Gravatt of Marion
Daughter- Amanda Baker of Marion
Daughter- Jessica Baker of Paducah, Kentucky
Daughter- Tabe Thia of Paducah, Kentucky
Grandchildren:
Cameron Baker
Caleb Shelburn
Natalee Guibault
Abigail Guibault
Keegan Guibault
Kaleigh Gravatt
Drake Gravatt
Brother- Tommy Baker and wife Sue of Marion
Sister- Traci Edwards and husband Michael of Marion
Nephews and Nieces:
Chad Baker and wife Megan
Kyle Baker
Ashleigh Hilliard and husband Corey
Dustin Edwards
Landon Edwards
Great Niece- Lexis Hilliard
Great Nephews- John Baker and Lane Hilliard
He was preceded in death by his father in 2001.
The funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, December 3, 2014 at Blue Funeral Home in Marion. Rev. Shorty Alsip and Rev. Kenneth Edwards will officiate. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Tuesday, December 2, 2014 at the funeral home. Masonic Rites will be conducted by the Marion Masonic Lodge AF&AM at 6:30 PM, Tuesday at the funeral home.
Memorial donations are suggested to Shriner’s Children’s Hospital or the Wounded Warrior Fund and will be accepted at Blue Funeral Home in Marion/ 1704 N. Court St/ Marion, IL 62959. For more information or to sign the memorial guest register, please visit bluefuneralhome.com
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