Matt Baker of Peachtree City, Ga. and Jacksonville, Fla. died last Thursday at the age of 54.
Mr. Baker is survived by his wife, Janet Baker, of Peachtree City and two step-children, Gregory Ellis and Jordan Lee, both of Peachtree City. He was preceded in death by his parents, Reverend Richard (Dick) Baker and Barbara (Bookout) Baker of Duluth, Ga., as well as by his only brother, Vance Paul Baker, also from Duluth.
Mr. Baker was a graduate of Auburn University and was an avid Tigers fan. He was employed by Citizens Property Insurance of Jacksonville, Florida. Matt was a member of First Baptist Church of Peachtree City.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, July 28th at 1 p.m. hosted at First Baptist Church of Peachtree City with Dr. Joey Rodgers officiating. There will be a reception for friends and family to gather following the service in the church fellowship hall.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Matt’s honor to help impact young people through camp scholarships. Checks can be sent to First Baptist Church Peachtree City Student Activity Fund / 208 Willowbend Road / Peachtree City, Ga. 30269.
