Edith M. Baker, 93, of Benton, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on October 7, 2019. She was born November 5, 1925 in Poplar Bluff, MO to the late Albert and Lada Mae Graham. She worked at KFC in Benton for approximately 14 years. She was a faithful 38-year member of First Baptist Church of Benton and loved her church as her family.
She is survived by her children, David Baker (Charlotte) of Kennewick, WA, Jim Baker (Nancy) of North Little Rock, AR, and Jan Adams (Bobby) of Branson, MO; nine grandchildren; nineteen great-grandchildren; siblings, Al "Sonny" Graham (Betty) of Benton, AR, and Clyde Graham (Shirley) of Arnold, MO; and other extended family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Clark L. Baker; sisters, Bette Evans (John) and Jean Grant (Wes); daughter, Carol Baker Schulte and granddaughter, Amy Elizabeth Siron.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to International Mission Board c/o First Baptist of Benton or WMU c/o First Baptist of Benton, 211 South Market, Benton, AR 72015.
Family will receive friends at 2:00pm, followed by a Memorial Service at 3:00pm on Sunday, October 20, 2019 at First Baptist Church of Benton, 211 South Market. Online guestbook at www.smithfamilycares.com.
Visitation
OCT
20.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (CDT)
First Baptist Church
211 South Market Street
Benton, AR, 72015
Memorial Service
OCT
20.
3:00 PM (CDT)
First Baptist Church
211 South Market Street
Benton, AR, 72015