Richard P. Baker, 79, of Wever, died Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at his home surrounded by family.
Born November 7, 1945, in Knox County, Mo., he was the son of Lorraine H. and Naomi L. Luke Baker. On November 30, 1964, he married Jeanne S. Boyle in Danville.
He graduated from Burlington High School in 1963.
Richard retired after 50 years working for the Millwright Local Union 2158.
He was a hard worker who loved the outdoors. The year he retired he and Jeanne went fishing every day that year. But most of all, he loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Survivors include his wife, Jeanne of Wever; son, Richard (Tammy) Baker of Ft. Madison; two daughters, Dawn (Ted) Greene of Phoenix, AZ, and Lori (Bill) Hetrick of Carman, IL; six grandchildren, Amanda, Brittany, Raquel, Brad, Katee, and Bailey; seven great-grandchildren, Kaleb, Dylan, Sophia, Mason, Naomi, Barrett and Bennett; one brother; two sisters; one sister-in-law; and one brother-in-law.
He was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers and one sister.
Visitation will be from 1 to 3 p.m. with the family to receive friends on Monday, Oct. 13, 2025 at Prugh Funeral Service, 3940 Division Street.
The graveside service for Mr. Baker will be 3 p.m., Monday, Oct. 13, 2025 at Aspen Grove Cemetery. A time of food and fellowship will be held in the community room at Prugh Funeral Service following the burial.