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Saturday, February 25, 2023 at 1:30 PM at Sandy Baptist Church Ravenna Texas.

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Earl Wayne Baker

Earl Wayne Baker

October 5, 1935 - February 19, 2023

Earl Wayne Baker of Bells, Texas passed away February 19, 2023 at the age of 87.   He was born October 5, 1935 to Marvin Franklin Baker and Vera Mae Hill Baker.  Earl married the love of his life, Ruby Mae Allen on May 14, 1955 in Randolph Baptist Church and they enjoyed 64 years together.

Earl was owner of Baker’s Garage for many years before his retirement, he was a man of many talents and needed to keep working, He worked odd jobs for Hall Distributing and for McCraw Oil for a few years then began salvaging and hauling away metal and old parts to the recycle yard.

He is survived by his daughter Melba Turbyfill with husband Chuck of Ravenna; son-in-law Jerry Hartwell of Bells; grandsons Craig Turbyfill of Bells, Jake Hilliard and wife Rasynda of Allen, Jay Hartwell and partner Chris Bradbarry of North Richland Hills; Granddaughters Lisa Northington and husband Caleb of Burns Wyoming, Cara Hilliard of Blue Ridge; sister Martha Dickson and husband Merrell, Nancy King and husband Billy along with eleven great grandchildren along with numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members and friends.

He was preceded in death by wife Ruby; daughters, Pam Hartwell and Anita “Jo” Hilliard; son-in-law, David Hilliard; parents, Marvin and Vera Baker; brothers, Billie, Lewie, Jack, Harold, and Charles; sisters, Betty, Wanda, Sherrill, and Reba.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, February 25, 2023 at 1:30 PM at Sandy Baptist Church Ravenna Texas.

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  1. Ricky and Iris Nichols
    Ricky and Iris Nichols on February 21, 2023 at 4:32 PM

    Go rest high upon that mountain and Rest In Peace Earl. Our thoughts and prayers are with family and friends.

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    • Melba Turbyfill
      Melba Turbyfill on February 22, 2023 at 4:23 PM

      Thank you for your thoughts and prayer

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  2. Shelia Bond Ross
    Shelia Bond Ross on February 22, 2023 at 3:38 PM

    Melba and family,
    I’m so sorry for your loss. Earl was a precious man with a constant beautiful smile. I loved him dearly.
    God bless you all as Earl celebrates in Heaven.

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    • Melba & Chuck
      Melba & Chuck on February 22, 2023 at 9:22 PM

      Knowing Daddy is in heaven with our Lord and Savior and Mama, Pam and Jo is comforting

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  3. Terri Bond Gibson
    Terri Bond Gibson on February 22, 2023 at 3:52 PM

    Melba and family, I’m so very sorry for your loss. For as long as I can remember, our families have been friends. My daddy considered Earl one of his dearest friends and I have many sweet memories of him, Ruby and the Baker girls. I believe losing a parent is one of life’s most painful events, no matter how long we have had them. I hope that your many memories and God’s grace help lessen the pain as you adjust to this earthly loss. Know that my love, thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days to come.

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    • Chuck & Melba
      Chuck & Melba on February 22, 2023 at 9:25 PM

      Thank you for the kinds words. He will be missed. God bless you.

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  4. Deb (Bond) Spivey
    Deb (Bond) Spivey on February 23, 2023 at 10:32 PM

    Melba and Family,
    I was very saddened to hear of Earl’s passing, and am so very sorry for your loss.
    Our family knew Earl and all the Baker family about as far back as I can remember. Earl was such a wonderful man who always had a smile, warm laughter, and enjoyed visiting every time we saw him. May God give His peace and comfort to each of you now, and in the days ahead, and may your many special memories be a comfort as well. Sending love and prayers!
    Numbers 6:24-26

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    • Melba
      Melba on February 26, 2023 at 5:19 PM

      Thank you.

      Reply

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