Rev. Richard C. Baker

Rev. Richard C. Baker, 77, of Campbell’s Creek, Charleston, went to be with His Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 25, 2015. Preceding him in death were: daughter, Amy Jo Baker; father Ralph Baker; mother & stepfather, Ruey and Guy Robertson; sister Betty Jo Baker; and brother Frank Baker. Surviving are: Edith Baker, 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. & Judith Totten; 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 the Campbell’s Creek Church of the Nazarene from 2005-2013. 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 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 30th, 2015 at Stevens & Grass Funeral Home, Malden, WV. Service will be 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 31st,at the funeral home with Dr. Mervin Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens, Cross Lanes, WV. In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation to the Campbell’s 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.