Edward Earl

Baker

Edward Earl Baker, Sr., 93, of Greenwood, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at his residence on Sunday, November 1, 2026. A celebration of Edward's life will be held at a later date.

Edward was born on July 21, 1933, in Money, Mississippi, to Lodell Terry Baker and Ella Mae Greer Baker. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Sonny Baker and Frank Baker; and his children, Betty Gentry and Charles Baker.

Edward spent more than 75 years as a roofer, working hard to provide for and support his family. He will be remembered for his wisdom, generosity, and the lives he touched.

He is survived by his children: Tina Thornburg of Greenwood, Mississippi; Marne' Blake of Greenwood, Mississippi; Shane Baker of Greenwood, Mississippi; and Edward "Peewee" Earl Baker, Jr. of Greenwood, Mississippi.

He is also survived by his sisters, Fanie Mae Watkins of Haughton, Louisiana; Edna Gorman of Greenwood, Mississippi and Ruth Rice of McCarley, Mississippi.

Edward leaves behind fourteen grandchildren: Jamie Gentry of Carrollton, Mississippi; John Gentry of Cleveland, Tennessee; Jennifer Buchanan of Alvin, Texas; Terry Baker of Pascagoula, Mississippi; Drake Thornburg of Greenwood, Mississippi; Tabatha Andrews of Arlington, Virginia; Elliott Thornburg of Greenwood, Mississippi; Trey Baker of Venus, Texas; Shelby Turner of Fort Walton Beach, Florida; Kyndale Baker of Grenada, Mississippi; Dalton Blake of Greenwood, Mississippi; Josh Baker of Greenwood, Mississippi; Katy Parker of Brandon, Mississippi; and Hannah Baker of Vardaman, Mississippi.

He was also blessed with nineteen great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren, as well as many other family members and friends who will carry his memory forward with love and gratitude.

Though he is gone from our sight, he remains a part of every family story, every shared tradition. He will be greatly missed, forever loved, and always remembered.

Williams & Lord Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.