Rev. Richard C. Baker, 77, of Campbells Creek, Charleston, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 25, 2015.
Preceding him in death were his daughter, Amy Jo Baker; father, Ralph Baker; mother and stepfather, Ruey and Guy Robertson; sister, Betty Jo Baker; and brother, Frank Baker.
Surviving are Edith Baker, his wife of 49 years; daughter, Julie Baker, and granddaughter, Amelia Ford; brothers, Roger Baker of Tennessee and Ron Baker of Illinois; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, William J. and Judith Totten; and several nieces and nephews.
Rev. Baker was a Vietnam veteran, having been in both the Navy and Army for a total of 13 years. He was a retired evangelist from the Church of the Nazarene, serving for 28 years, and was pastor of Campbells Creek Church of the Nazarene from 2005 to 2013. Rev. Baker was a man of prayer, praying daily for all who were part of his family, friends, neighbors and ministry over the years.
Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 30, at Stevens & Grass Funeral Home, Malden.
Service will be 11 a.m. Friday, July 31, at the funeral home with Dr. Mervin Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens, Cross Lanes.
In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation to Campbells Creek Church of the Nazarene Church to be forwarded to Nazarene Compassionate Ministries. This fund provides care and support to people around the world when a tragedy occurs.
We want to especially thank Dr. Rayan Ihle, WVU Pulmonary Care, for her care and compassion during this time of illness.
The online guestbook for Rev. Richard C. Baker can be accessed at www.stevensandgrass.com.