Homer Baker

Homer Baker, age 86, a resident of Cleveland, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2020 at the family residence. Mr. Baker was born in Calhoun, Tennessee on March 23, 1934 and he was the son of the late Lillian Cunningham Baker and Lesley Baker. His brothers, Henry Baker, Edward Baker and R. C. Baker also preceded him in death. Mr. Baker was retired from Stein Construction Company after 38 years of service. He received his 50 year certificate and gold card from Labor Union Local 846. He was a caring husband, wonderful uncle, friend and neighbor and loved cats and adopted every stray cat that came around. Mr. Baker was Christian and will be missed by all who knew him! Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Shirley Gallaher Baker of Cleveland, his brother, Felix Baker, his sisters in law, Betty Gallaher, Mary Baker and Regina Baker, his nephews, Terry Gallaher, Rick Gallaher, Mike Gallaher, Adam Baker, Aaron Baker and Allan Baker and his nieces, Sharon Gallaher, Tania Godfrey, Sheila Walker, Amy Baker, Lisa Burke and Maggie Baker also survive.The Remembrance of Life Graveside Service and Interment will be held Private for the family at Sunset Memorial Gardens with his nephew, Terry Gallaher officiating. The family request in lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the McCracken Kitty Kat Rescue at www.mccrackenkittyrescue.com. Jim Rush Funeral and Cremation Services has charge of the arrangements. You may share your condolences and your memories with the Baker family at www.jimrushfuneralhomes.com.Read Obituary