Charles R “Bud” Baker aged 89 passed away at 1:50 PM on August 14 at his home in Goreville. Bud, was born on February 5, 1937 in Buffalo, New York to Charles “Bake” and Ann Baker of Johnston City. Bud married his wife Frances James on Aug 9, 1937. He is survived by his wife Frances and their four sons. Charles “Chuck” Baker (Sheri) of Antioch, Dennis Baker of Antioch, Gary Baker, of Marion, and William (Billy) Baker (Tiara) of Silver Lake, Wisconsin.

Also left behind are 4 grandchildren Brian Baker, (Amber) of Marion, Sarah Baker of Springboro, Ohio, Anneliese and Alyson Baker of Silver Lake Wi. 

Four siblings Sandy Baker Naile (Charlie) Farmington, Mo, Dick Baker of Marion, Lois Galbraith of Marion and Betty Claunch, of Johnston City.

Bud attended St Paul’s Catholic School and Johnston City, High School.

No services are planned.