John Ray Baker, 62, of Livingston, Texas was born April 28, 1963, in Dallas, Texas to parents, Bryant Oran Baker and Mary Lou (Hartley) Baker and passed away on March 14, 2026, in Livingston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents; and his wife, Becky Baker.
He spent his time enjoying fishing on Lake Livingston, going to dirt truck races, and most of all, John loved his family and grandchildren.
John is survived by his sons, John Baker, Jr of Livingston, Texas, Gregory Baker and Noel of San Antonio, Texas; daughter, Rachel Rodriquez of Livingston, Texas; grandsons, Brantley Baker, Emmitt Baker and Ethan Rodriquez, all of Livingston, Texas; granddaughter, Raylin Rodrirquez, also of Livingston, Texas; grandsons, Ayden Baker, Lucas Baker, Wyatt Baker, and Eric Baker, all of San Antonio, Texas; granddaughters, Lara Baker of San Antonio, Texas and Jaycee Clark of Conroe, Texas; grandson, Gage Clark, also of Conroe, Texas; sisters and brothers-in-law, Vicki Bishop and David of Willis, Texas, Cheryl Baker of Conroe, Texas, Jennifer Hause and Eric of Conroe; son-in-law, Scott Rodriguez; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com
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406 N Yaupon Ave, Livingston, TX 77351

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