Thursday, October 1, 2026
Wayne Dale Baker, aged 72, of Granbury, went to be with the Lord Oct. 29, 2024, after enduring a long and courageous battle against illness. Wayne was not alone and was surrounded by his beloved wife Pam Baker and family.
Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3 at Wiley Funeral Home in Granbury. Funeral service will be at 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4 at Calvary Church of Granbury.
Born Aug. 14, 1952, in Fort Worth, Wayne welcomed his first child, Mikki Baker, in 1969. Wayne met the love of his life, Pam, in 1981 and married the following year. Together they were blessed with two boys, Wayne Baker Jr. and Jeremy Baker. In 1988 they moved to Granbury and purchased the home where they built their life. Wayne was known for his unwavering dedication as a loving husband, father and grandfather. A devoted family man, Wayne’s life was a testament to hard work and love.
Over the years, the home they shared became more than just a home, but a place of love, memories and get-togethers. Most weekends were filled with front yard football and baseball games, which included many family members, friends and more than 100 kids throughout the years. Somewhere around 1996, a baseball broke the front window of the house, and the family is still seeking information on this 28-year-old cold case. All anonymous tips are welcome; please reach out to Pam Baker with any information you may have regarding this incident. Please note, interest has been compounded annually.
Wayne spent more than 40 years as a respected on-the-road truck driver, a career that reflected his strong work ethic and commitment to providing for his family. He was a “big ol’ teddy bear,” best known by those he loved for his hugs and kisses. His daughter-in-law, Sarah, remembers being nervous to meet her would-be father-in-law for the first time and was intimidated by his broad stature and large physique. However, she was quickly met with the most generous and warmest hug she had ever felt. From that moment forward, the definition of a bear hug became crystal clear to her. For those he loved, they knew it well. He offered instantaneous and unconditional love.
Wayne retired in 2015 and dedicated the remainder of his life to his wife and family. His kids and grandkids brought him so much joy, but Pam was truly the light of his life. When he was not spending time with his family you could find him watching a NASCAR race or attending his church of 17 years at Calvary Church of Granbury.
Wayne was preceded in death by his mother and stepfather, Edna and Clifford Green, and his father, Elbert Wayne Baker.
He is survived by his wife, Pam Baker; children, Mikki Kimberlin, Wayne Baker Jr. and wife Sarah, and Jeremy Baker and wife Shelby; grandchildren, Jessica Watts and husband Chris, Douglas Byers and wife Becca, Darian Byers and wife Shannon, Dawn Baker, Auran Baker, Samuel Baker, Jasper Baker and Landon Baker; and siblings, Connie Pyles and Richard Baker. With such a large family, he is survived by many loved ones and close friends.
Wayne Dale Baker will be remembered not only for his dedication and love but also for the strength and kindness he showed throughout his life. His legacy will continue to live on in the hearts of those he touched.
