Martha Nell (Wallace) Baker

October 17, 1937 ~ March 26, 2025
Born in:
Hughes Springs, Texas
Resided in:
Hughes Springs, Texas
Graveside services for Martha Nell “Wallace” Baker, age 87, of Hughes Springs, Texas, will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, July 20, 2025 at Hughes Springs Cemetery, under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home in Hughes Springs.
Born on October 17, 1937, to Warner and Evelyn Wallace, Martha grew up in Hughes Springs alongside her beloved brother, James Wallace. Martha remained deeply connected to her hometown throughout her life. She passed away March 26, 2025, in Reno, Nevada.
Martha was married to Willis Baker until his passing, and then spent her remaining years in Reno, NV. Martha raised three daughters: Debra Myrick, who preceded her in death in 2012, Linda Benson, and Cathryn Scarborough. She had 5 beautiful Grandchildren and 10 wonderful Great Grandchildren.
A faithful member of the United Methodist Church of Hughes Springs, Martha lived her values through her kindness, generosity, and service. She was active in her community and enjoyed her memberships with Sweet Adeline’s and The Sesame Club. She was a beautiful person and her family loved her dearly.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Willis Baker; daughter, Debra Myrick; her parents, Warner and Evelyn Wallace and her beloved grandmother Maude Lilly.
Services
Graveside Ceremony: July 20, 2025 2:00 pm
Hughes Springs Cemetery
W. First Street
Hughes Springs, Texas 75656
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