Mary Baker Obituary
Mary T. Baker, born on January 19, 1940, in Leslie County, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2025, in London, Kentucky. She was 85 years old. Her journey through life was marked by unwavering faith, dedication to family, and a deep love for her community.
Mary served diligently in her professional life, having worked for LKLP and as a receptionist at Hayes Lewis Elementary, where she made meaningful connections with students and staff alike. A life-time member of the Church of Christ at Baker Fork, her faith was the cornerstone of her existence. She found joy in reading her Bible, cooking delicious meals for her loved ones, tending to her garden, and caring for her chickens. However, her greatest joy came from the love she held for her family, which she cherished above all else, apart from her devotion to Jesus Christ.
Mary is survived by her beloved son, Clayton Baker and his wife Gaylene; her daughters, Sharon Gross and her husband Denton, Charlotte Spencer, and Connie Stevens and her husband Tim. She also leaves behind her dear sister Della Asher, seven cherished grandchildren—Misty Collett and Keith, Mary Turner and John, Miranda Collett and James, Ronnie Skeens and Harley, Christopher Gross and Brittany, and Whitney Clemons and Jordan Stevens. In addition, she is survived by six great-grandchildren—Kyleigh Skeens, Noah Turner, Caleb Gross and McKenzie, James Skeens, and the soon-to-be-born Carter Blake.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents, James Turner and Cindy Pennington Turner; her husband, W.P. Baker; and her sisters, Goldie Curry, Alpha June Adams, Fannie Estridge, Stella Adams, Jewell Adams, and Sarah Pennington. She was also preceded by her brothers, Henry Turner, Nick Turner, Chester Turner, and Corbin "Dobber" Turner.
Her legacy of love, faith, and resilience will forever be cherished by all who knew her. Mary T. Baker's spirit will continue to shine through the lives of her family and friends as they carry forward the values she instilled in them.
The family has requested a private service.
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