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Ricky D. Baker

May 9, 2025

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Ricky D. Baker, 65, of Cerro Gordo, died May 9, 2025, at Decatur Memorial Hospital. A graveside service will be held at a later date.

Rick was born March 15, 1960, the son of Ted and Virginia Baker. He was a member of the Cerro Gordo Church of the Brethren.

Rick was the owner of the Garden Gate Floral in Cerro Gordo and later worked at Petals and Porch Post in Bement. Rick was a gifted floral and landscape designer and won awards for his floral design work. He was a big collector of glassware and many other things. He was known to be kind, caring and unselfish. He always gave freely to others. He had an amazing sense of humor, and laughter was a big part of who he was.

He loved his family deeply. His love often showed in his cooking in which he prepared food for many family meals and celebrations.

Survivors include brothers Jim (Debbie) Baker of Sebring, Florida, Randy (Jodi) Baker of Cerro Gordo, niece Andrea Hinton (Eddie Bond) of Decatur, nephews Matthew (Melissa) Baker, Joshua (Rose) Baker and family of Florida. He also loved his cats Skipper and Charlie.

His parents preceded him in death.

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Rick was my favorite for flower arrangements, used him personally and for many wedding cakes I did over the years. Yes he was gifted!! Haven’t seen him for a long time but always enjoyed visiting with him. May he be at peace and enjoying the beauty of heaven. Sympathy for his loved ones.

Posted by Davis Kathy on May 19, 2025

My Cousin Rick. Growing up we were inspired by Ricky and the love he spread to everyone. I remember many gatherings and the awesome parties and laughs we shared. When we got older is was always about the garden , the pets and of course the flower arrangements. I especially liked when the arrangements displayed things like a praying mantis, a tied bundle of wheat, pheasant feathers and those exotic flowers. Rick always was a beacon of light he just lit up the group with his presence and that shy smile. God gave him a talent ,he used it well here on earth, just imagine what he will do in heaven with all that glimmer and beauty. We Love you Rick Baker, please squeeze big hugs on all our family. Go rest in your mansion .

Posted by David L Baker on May 13, 2025

What an AMAZING person Rick was. I really don’t think he ever had a bad day. He found beauty in everything but especially his flowers. What a wonderful talent God blessed him with. I will always remember his laugh and smile. Love to his entire family. RIP Rick ❤️

Posted by Diana (Hadden) Seitz on May 13, 2025