Richard S. Baker

Richard S. Baker obituary

Richard S. Baker

Richard Baker Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Harder Funeral Home - Brookfield on Feb. 3, 2026.
Richard S. Baker Jr., age 90, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026. He was born on August 15, 1935. Richard is survived by his four daughters: Valerie, Laura (Jim), Pam, and Leslie (Neal); eight grandchildren; four great grandchildren and his sister-in-law Lila. He was preceded in death by his wife Barbara with whom he shared 60 years of marriage and by his son-in-law Steve.

Richard was an engineer by profession and an entrepreneur at heart, co-founding a manufacturing company in Watertown, Wisconsin. Outside of work, he was a talented golfer, a skilled woodworker and an avid fisherman and hunter. His steady presence and strong work ethic left a lasting impression on all who knew him. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

Visitation Friday February 6 at Harder Funeral Home from 10:00-1100:AM followed by a service of remembrance at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Harder Funeral Home - Brookfield

18700 W. Capitol Drive, Brookfield, WI 53045

Make a Donation
in Richard Baker's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

How to support Richard's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Richard Baker's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Richard Baker's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?