Thelda Dean Baker

June 19, 1932 - September 22, 2017

Thelda D. Baker, age 85, died Friday, September 22, 2017, at her home in Liberal. She was born June 19, 1932 in Baker, Oklahoma, the daughter of Leland and Bernice (Harter) Scott. Thelda Graduated from Eureka High School in Baker, Oklahoma in 1950. She married Everett Leon Baker on October 9, 1952 in Perryton, TX. They were married for 64 years. Everett preceded Thelda in death in February of this year. She was a Homemaker Thelda had many hobbies that she enjoyed including gardening, crocheting, and playing the piano. Growing up she was a member of the Baker United Methodist Church. Survivors include: Son Benjamin Baker, of Liberal 2 Daughters Vicky Crosby and her husband Dewayne of Liberal, Kansas Rhonda Montez and her Husband Dwayne of Liberty, Missouri 2 Brothers Robert Scott of Monkey Island, Oklahoma L.J. Scott of Hooker, Oklahoma 3 Sisters Ethel Mae Abel of Baker, Oklahoma Roberta Headrick of Turpin, Oklahoma Thelma Jean Lambert of Kismet, Kansas 3 grandchildren Rusty Baker, Chad Montez, Chelsey Montez 2 Great Grandchildren Gianna & Emilia Montez Thelda was also preceded in death by Her Parents, 1 Brother, Walter Scott, 1 Sister Nancy Mendenhall Private family Graveside Services will held for both Thelda and Everett at the Liberal Cemetery with Pastor Rex Petty presiding. Memorial contributions may be sent to St. Catherine’s Hospice, in care of the Brenneman Funeral Home 1212 W. 2nd Liberal, KS 67901. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.brennemanfuneralhome.com