Rick Paul Baker

     Rick Paul Baker, age 64, of Morganton, NC, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at his home.
     Funeral Services will be held at Riverdale Cemetery Chapel, Lewiston, NY, on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at 12:00 P.M. Burial will take place at Riverdale Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. Visitation will be held from 11:00 A.M. until the time of the service at the cemetery.
     Rick was born in Niagara Falls, NY, on April 12, 1961, the son of James Paul and Geraldine D. (Durham) Baker. He graduated from LaSalle Senior High School in Niagara Falls, NY, with the class of 1980.
     Rick enjoyed watching sports, especially the Buffalo Bills, going to watch local bands, and bowling.
     He is survived by his children: Dylan Baker and Destiny Baker; his granddaughter: Layla; his siblings: Terri Gilkerson and fiancé Darryl Hurt of Morganton, NC; Kristine Baker and fiancé Ronnie Hill of Valdese, NC; and Ed Baker of Niagara Falls, NY; and his girlfriend Glenda Presnell. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Ronda Joy Baker, and sister-in-law Dora Baker.
     Online condolences may be made at www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes, Elsie, Michigan.