Rusty graduated from Nevada High School in 1966 and lived a long, happy life. He met his soulmate, Sherie Beemer, in June of 1983 and went on to have her by his side until his passing. There were 2 children born from this union, Jessica Baker and Dakota Baker. He loved history, woodworking, and his KC Chiefs. In his later years he came to enjoy photography, and his grandkids became his world. Terry spent the majority of his life installing carpet/flooring and with this he also installed a hard work ethic in his kids from an early age. They all learned his number one work rule to “not bleed on the carpet,” while working with him and to always get the job completed.
He is survived by his life partner Sherie Beemer; his children, Russell Baker, Danny Beemer, Ryan Beemer, Jessica (Mike) Baker, and Dakota Baker; his 9 grandkids: Crystal Baker, Terrin (Edwin) Velazquez, Dana Volner, Nathanial Smith, Walter Dulaney V, Hayden Beemer, Emiley Beemer, Lynessa Baker, Christian Lopez; 5 great-grandkids; sister, Linda (Jerry) Owens; his half-sister Jami (Lonnie) Baker Dotson; half-brother, Jeff Baker; one step-sister, Melita McDermott; niece, Amanda Bearden; nephew, Doug Baker; and numerous other nieces, nephews, cousins and other extended family.
He was preceded in death by his father, James R Baker Sr; mother, Ruby (Baker) Watts; brother, James “Bite” Baker Jr; brother, Don Baker; niece, Nikki Baker; niece. Lisa (Owens) Wittwer; nephew, Don Owens; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
There will be a Celebration of Life held at a later date.
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