Photo courtesy of Ritchie & Peach Funeral Home
LAWRENCEBURG, Kentucky
Mar 6, 1952 – Jun 19, 2019 (Age 67)
James Bulan Baker, 67, passed away Wednesday, June 19, 2019 at his home. Born March 6, 1952 in Garrard County, KY, James was the son of the late John Henry Baker and Cora Katherine (Bolton) Johnson.
Along with his parents, James was preceded in death by a son, David Lee Baker and two siblings, Johnetta Perkins and Millard Andrew Baker.
A former carpenter, James enjoyed camping, dancing, karaoke, drawing and spending time with his family. He loved riding his Trike motorcycle, and along with his wife participated in numerous Poker Runs for veterans, animal shelters, and for children’s causes.
James is survived by his wife of 45 years, Rosiland (Marshall) Baker, three children, Olson McMurray of Dry Ridge, James McMurray of Lawrenceburg, and Shannon Baker Coleman of Frankfort; 8 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; and two sisters, Wanda Spicer and Tina Durr and husband Billy, both of Lawrenceburg.
Cremation was chosen. A Celebration of Jame's Life will be held Sunday, June 23rd beginning at 3:00 pm at the New Life Christian Fellowship, 1028 Industry Road, Lawrenceburg, KY.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Ritchie & Peach Funeral Home. Condolences to the family may be expressed at www.ritchieandpeach.com
Read MoreMay the God of all comfort sustain your family during the days ahead Psalms 119:76
July 04, 2019
James was always nice and very friendly to me, he liked coming across the street just to spend time and talk with me. I will surely miss him, rest in peace my friend. Prayers for all the family.
Jeff (Frog) Robinson
June 21, 2019 | Lawrenceburg, KY | Friend
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
JAMES Hawkins HAWKINS
June 21, 2019 | Lawrenceburg, KY | Friend
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Roberta Bolton
June 21, 2019 | Camby, IN | Family
Jim worked with my husband on many home improvement jobs back years ago. They made a great team and worked well together. Condolences to the family and rest in peace Jim.
I Cindy Read
June 20, 2019 | Lawrenceburg, KY | Acquaintance
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Rachael Carlton
June 20, 2019 | Lawrenceburg, KY | Friend
This is so sad I just want to send condolences to the family you all including my babies have been thru so much in the past several months I know its hard please know that you are in our prayers. We love you guys!
Angela Edwards
June 20, 2019 | Harrodsburg, KY | Family
James McMurry and family, may the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God grant you peace.
Bro. Carl & Jean Bush
June 20, 2019 | Lawrenceburg, KY | Friend
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
James Hawkins
June 20, 2019 | L-burg, KY | Friend