Darrell Raymond Baker, 89, of Beaumont, passed away Thursday, June 18, 2009, at Christus Hospital St. Elizabeth in Beaumont.
Darrell was born February 27, 1920 in St. Francis, Kansas to Bessie Pearl and John P. Baker. He moved to Beaumont in 1939 where he met the love of his life, Bettye Ross, while on a blind date.
He owned and operated Baker Photography in Beaumont for more than forty years and served his country during World War II as a member of the United States Army Air Corp. He was a founding member and Elder of Northwood Christian Church.
Darrell is survived by his wife of sixty-four years, Bettye Baker of Beaumont; daughter, Bobbie Vickers and husband Roy of Beaumont; son, Wayne Baker of Marshall; son, David Baker of Houston; daughter, Donna Rochford and husband Robert of Lumberton; four grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and six brothers and sisters.
Darrell was a devoted family man and dedicated Christian. He loved fishing and gardening and was a fan of the Houston Astros.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, June 22, 2009, at Northwood Christian Church, 5050 Eastex Freeway, under the direction of Broussard’s and officiated by the Reverend Don Joseph. A private family burial will be held at Magnolia Cemetery. A gathering of his family and friends will be from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Sunday, June 21, 2009, at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont.
Memorial contributions may be made to Northwood Christian Church, 5050 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont, Texas 77708.
