Wayne Thomas Baker

June 6 , 2022

Wayne Thomas Baker, 92, formally of Charlotte, NC, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2022, in Atlanta, GA. Wayne was born August 28, 1929, in St. Joseph, Missouri, to the late Von Baker and Laura Mary Simpson Baker. He was a graduate of the University of Missouri and a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Force. Wayne lived and worked for Unilever, Inc. for the majority of his life in Charlotte with his dear, late wife Betty Lou Barr Baker. He was an active member of Trinity Presbyterian Church, The Lions Club, and enjoyed volunteering after retirement at Presbyterian Hospital.

Two of Wayne’s greatest interests were spending time on the family farm in LaBelle, Missouri, and collecting and working on his model trains.

Two years ago, Wayne moved to Atlanta to be close to his only surviving and beloved daughter, Carolyn Baker Hajek and son-in-law Jeff Hajek, along with three loving grandchildren, Elizabeth Hajek Hayes (David), Jeff Hajek, Jr. (Rachel), and Robert Hajek (Jordan). He was also blessed to be able to spend time with his five precious great-grandchildren: George, Henry, Tripp, Frances, and Charlie. This was a very special time for Wayne and his family. Also, surviving are two nieces, Belinda Baker Biron (Bob), Judy Baker Miller (Fred), and nephew Bradley Baker (Peggy).

Wayne also loved his time living at King’s Bridge Retirement Community, where he made many special friends. He enjoyed getting involved with all of the wonderful activities and loved visiting with residents and staff.   One of his favorite activities was feeding and taking care of the birds in the beautiful courtyard at King’s Bridge.

A memorial service will be held in Atlanta on Monday, July 18, 2022 at King’s Bridge Retirement Community, and a private interment will be held at Elmwood Cemetery Charlotte on July 20, 2022. For memorials, please consider contributing to King’s Bridge Retirement Community, 3055 Briarcliff Road, Atlanta, GA. 30329.

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith”   2nd Timothy 4:7.

Arrangements are in the care of Kenneth W. Poe Funeral & Cremation Service, 1321 Berkeley Ave., Charlotte, NC; 28204 (704) 641-7606. Online condolences can be shared at www.kennethpoeservices.com.

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  • Jean twisdale

    Wayne was truly a good person! He spent a lot of time volunteering to help others in various ways. He was always polite and friendly to everyone. He loved his family- especially his wife, Betty Lou and her friends and family. He will have a joyful reunion with Betty and many friends.

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  • Gene & Connie Buccelli (Charlotte,NC)

    We send the family our thoughts and prayers. Wayne was part of the “crazy cousins,” annual New Year’s Eve Christmas party held for almost 15 years…(Betty Lou, his wife, was Connie’s cousin). Wayne always enjoyed the celebration. We have many good memories. Love, Gene & Connie, Charlotte, NC

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  • Reta Phifer

    Both Wayne and Betty Lou were active at Trinity Presbyterian where I got to know them.

    Betty Lou and Wayne were supportive of me personally and for the children’s music programs at Trinity. They sent gorgeous musical cards to me and the children which brightened the children’s choir room. They are greatly missed.

    May God grant you the members of your family the strength and courage to face both the joys and challenges of each new day.

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