Bobby Wayne Baker
March 23, 1942 ~ March 14, 2017
Marietta Southern Cremations & Funerals
Bobby W. Baker, 74, of Acworth, passed away March 14, 2017. He retired after 40 years from Norfolk Southern Railway. He enjoyed to sing, fish, photography, sports and most of all to spend time with his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harley and Lela Baker, of Ringgold, his brother, Charles Baker (Ann) of Marietta. Bobby is survived by his wife of 56 years, Gayle Beason Baker, son Mike Baker (Vickie), daughter Cindy Fisher (Michael), daughter Amy Widdel (Jason), seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He served the Christian Church and various community organizations for over 35 years. Above all, he loved Jesus. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, March 18, 2017 at 2 p.m. at Southern Cremations and Funerals at Cheatham Hill Columbarium Chapel. www.SouthernCremations.com. Donations may be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital, if preferred, in lieu of flowers.
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‘Judy and I were so glad to have known Bobby. I could always count on him to see the good in people and be a friend to everyone. We’re poorer for his absence, but he is enjoying eternity with the Lord.’
‘Gayle, Mike, Cindy and Amy… my heartfelt sorrow for your loss. Will be offering healing prayers for your broken hearts!’
‘What an amazing man of God Bobby was. It was a pleasure to work with him. He will be missed.’
‘A great guy. A great railroader’
‘May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. Psalms 116:15.’
‘Please accept my condolences for the loss of your dear love one. I pray that God will give you comfort during these troubled times. Please read Psalm 119:76.’
‘My deepest sympathy to the Baker family. May the God of all comfort strengthen you during this difficult time.’
‘My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.’
‘My sincere condolences to the Baker family. May God comfort your hearts and make you strong -2Thessalonians 2:16-17.
JW-Atlanta’
‘My sincere condolences to the Baker family during this time. Losing a loved one is never easy, but please know that true comfort is possible. 2 Cor.3:1.’
‘May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time’
‘What a loss to us all – what a pleasure to have known Bobby as a friend! With prayers of love, Gary & Cathy Smith’