John Warren Baker, age 95, of Nashville, TN passed away on August 30, 2024.
He was born April 15, 1929, in Burns, TN and was the son of the late Marland Adrian and Era Tidwell Baker.
John joined the National Guard in 1950. After The National Guard was federalized, he served under General Eisenhower during the Korean War and was stationed in Paris, France for two years.
Upon returning home he married Margaret Bradley, began his family of ultimately four daughters, and became co-owner of Builder Supply Company in 1953. In 1958, John became one of the Charter Members of Rotary Club in Dickson, TN. From 1973-1994, he and Margaret owned and operated J&M Sports Center in Dickson, TN. John’s great love of sports, especially golf, made this the perfect fit!
We have been blessed to have such a Godly man lead our family. John used his God-given talent to sing at many weddings, funerals, church choirs, and was a dedicated leader in his church. His years of loyalty, kindness and compassion will always be remembered.
John was preceded in death by: Parents, Marland Adrian and Era Baker; Half-brother, Carl Reeder; Brother, Morris A. Baker; Sister, Edna Ray Baker.
John is survived by: His loving wife of 71 ½ years, Margaret Bradley Baker; Children: Gay Hall, Tina Cole, Leigh Ann Griffith, Johnna Baker; Grandchildren: Stephanie (Matt) Kass, Crystal Hall, Tyler (Sallie) Cole, Evan (Ryan) Cole, Conrad Griffith; Great-grandchildren: Maggie Cole, Baker Cole, Ben Cole, Margot Kass, Levi Kass, Emmy Cole, Smith Cole, and several nieces and nephews.
Memorial services will be held on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at 2 PM from the chapel of the Taylor Funeral Home. Tommy Marvin will officiate. Visitation will be held on Saturday, from 11 AM until the time of service. Burial will follow in the Dickson County Memorial Gardens. https://taylorsince1909.com
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to: Forest Hills United Methodist Church (1250 Old Hickory Blvd, Brentwood, TN 37027)
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