James Richard Baker

James Richard Baker

James Baker Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Banks/Page-Theus Funerals and Cremations on Dec. 1, 2022.

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James "Ricky" Richard Baker, 69, of Wildwood, FL passed away Monday, November 28, 2022. He was born September 17, 1953, in Leesburg, FL to James Donald and Julia Elvira (Sherer) Baker.
He was a lifelong resident of Wildwood and Oxford. Ricky served the community and surrounding areas as a Professional Land Surveyor.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 41 yrs., Deborah S. Baker.
He is survived by his son, Bryan (Laine) Baker; Daughters: Lana (Lee) Vernon and Tara Strickland; 2 Brothers, as well as 2 Sisters, Six grandchildren: Chase Baker, Bailee Vernon, Ashlynn Vernon, Kai Baker, Koa Baker and Whitley Adams; One Great Grandchild Lucas Baker and many loving nieces and nephews.
There will be a graveside service 10:30 am Saturday, December 3, 2022, at Pine Level Cemetery in Oxford, FL.
In Lieu of flowers please consider donating to: Cancer Freeze in Florala, AL, founded in 2007, helping families in their financial battles that come along with cancer. P.O. Box 92 Florala, Al 36642.
(Please Put IMO Ricky Baker) www.cancerfreeze.org -- Venmo or Paypal
Funeral Services are entrusted to Banks/Page-Theus Funeral Home 410 Webster St. Wildwood, FL 34785.

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