Obituary: Billy Baker

Billy Baker, 69, formerly of Athens passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2014 in Athens, Texas.

Billy Wayne Baker was born the son of Albert Lendon Baker and Ruby Lee McCool Baker on January 18, 1945 in Henderson County, Texas. He loved to work with and sell produce and flowers. Billy was a hardworking man with a big heart and will be greatly missed by many family and friends.

Billy is preceded in death by his parents, his wife Wimpy Eads Baker and a brother Charlie Baker.

He is survived by his special friend, Shirley Shouse of Conroe, Texas; a niece, Amy Baker of Athens; two sisters, Linda Livingston and husband James of Greenville, Texas, Shirley Whiteley of Seagoville, Texas; one brother, Gerald Baker and wife Brenda of Booneville, Arkansas; a sister-in-law, Ruth Baker of Athens, numerous nieces and nephews.

Arrangements were entrusted to the Hannigan Smith Funeral Home Family in Athens.

You may write condolences or light a memorial candle at: www.hannigansmith.com.