Friday, December 21, 2018 4:41 pm

James Herman "Jimmy" Baker, 78, passed away Wednesday, December 19, 2018. He was born on May 11, 1940 in Nash County to the late Joseph Herman and Evelyn Whitley Baker. In addition to his parents, Jimmy was preceded in death by a son, Michael Edward Baker; brothers Joseph Ed Baker and Eddie Joe Baker.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Marguerite Baker; daughter, Lynn Baker Pardue and husband Michael; sons James Herman Baker, Jr., Bobby Baker and wife Karen; eight grandchildren.

The family will receive friends from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Friday, December 21, 2018 at Cornerstone Funeral Home.

A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, December 22, 2018 at Forest Hill Cemetery.