Heber Baker

Ralph Heber Baker, age 81, passed away March 18, 2024 in Provo, Utah

Heber was born December 2, 1942 in Teasdale, Utah to Alfred and Marva Williams Baker. After graduating high school Heber attended both Utah State University and Southern Utah University. He joined the military and served in the Marine Corps. He was deployed to Vietnam in 1965. He received a Purple Heart while serving his country with top honors. He was a proud veteran.

He married Doris Taylor on November 19, 1967 in the St. George LDS Temple. Together they have three children.

Heber is survived by his wife, Doris Baker of Pleasant Grove; children, Ryan H. (Kimberly) Baker of Mapleton, Cameron R. (Elizabeth) Baker of Salem, Kara (Scot) Harris of Draper; sister, Maleta (Robert) Taylor of Orem; brother, Colten (Cami) Baker of Payson, 8 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Milton Baker.

Graveside services with military honors will be held Monday, March 25, 2024 at 12:00 P.M. in the Fremont Cemetery. Friends may call for viewing Sunday, March 24, 2024, from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. at the Olpin Family Mortuary, 494 South 300 East St. in Pleasant Grove prior to the graveside service.

A recording of services will be available at www.springerturner.com under Heber’s obituary shortly after services take place.

RECORDING OF SERVICES

Services are under the care of Springer Turner Funeral Homes of Richfield and Salina, Utah