John W. Baker, 81, of Columbia, Missouri passed away on September 1, 2012.

No services are planned at this time.

John was born July 4, 1931 in Blakely, Georgia to James and Elizabeth Williford and they preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by Dorcas N. Baker, his wife of 37 years.

He is survived by his wife, Vikki Campbell of Columbia; son, Tim Baker; daughters, Tammy Baker and Sheila Bird; and grandchildren and great-grandchildren.