Kenny Baker

Kenny Baker, 82, of Jackson, Mo., died Friday, April 17, 2020, at his home. 

He was born on March 16, 1938, in rural Alexander County near Tamms, the son of Cecil Baker and Mabel Rion Baker.  

He lived most of his life in the Anna-Jonesboro area.  He enjoyed many years of playing fast-pitch softball and winning many games.  He also enjoyed golf, bowling, fishing and hunting.  He loved his family and friends and was a proud member of the Cape County Cowboy Church. 

On Oct. 5, 1990, he married Frances Acuncius, who survives, in addition to his two daughters, Lori (David) Petot of Jackson and Krista Carey of Joplin, Mo.  

Also surviving are stepchildren David (Lisa) Houseman of Anna,  Leanna (Dale) Stanley of Arlington, Texas, Dean (Kim) Houseman and Ed (Karla) Houseman, both of Millersville; five grandchildren, eight step-grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and 12 step-great-grandchildren.  

He was preceded in death by his parents; his stepfather, Thomas Adams; triplet siblings and one sister.  

Liley Funeral Homes in Marble Hill, Mo., and Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home are in charge of arrangements. 

Memorials can be made to the American Heart Association or to the Kidney Foundation.