Forrest Dean Baker, 83, of Bolivar, passed away Sunday evening, June 7 at Pine Meadows Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Bolivar.
The husband of Beauton Cryer Baker, who survives, he was in the auto sales business for forty years, owning Baker Auto Sales. He was born Wednesday, March 17, 1937, son of the late Rev. Allie B. Baker and Eva Ann Burnette Baker and lived all of his life here. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and saddle horses and was a member of Toone Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife of over 60 years, Beauton Cryer Baker of Bolivar; two daughters, Barbara Dean Bomar of Bolivar and Bonita Forrest Brint of Bolivar; three brothers, Joe, Bruce and Donald Baker, all of Bolivar; three grandchildren, Cody Forrest Brint (Angie), Justin Bomar and Mary Alice Bomar; and two great grandchildren, Brooke Brint and Brynlee Bomar. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Helen Stanley and Bonnie Breeden and a brother, James Baker.
While visiting or attending services for Mr. Baker, please consider the following guidelines:
* Maintain 6 feet between yourself and the next closest person;
* Refrain from hugs and handshakes;
* When you sneeze or cough, use your elbow to cover your nose and mouth;
* Wash your hands often;
* Avoid touching your face; and
* Minimize time spent in places where people gather.
Thank you for your thoughtfulness and consideration.