Raymond E. Baker, Sr., 72, formerly of Sharon, passed away Wednesday, December 2, 2020, in Nugent Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation, Hermitage.

Mr. Baker was born September 23, 1948, in Sharon, a son of the late Harold and Marcella Baker and was a graduate of Farrell High School.

Ray honorably served his country in the US Airforce.

He worked for the city of Wheatland as a police officer prior to becoming self-employed. For many years he worked as a handyman, specializing in plumbing. Most recently, he worked out of his home as a tax preparer.

Ray was a member of the former Wheatland- Farrell United Methodist Church. He was also a member of the American Legion, Post #432, also in Wheatland.

Anyone that knew Ray, was well aware of his love for the Pittsburgh Steelers and Penguins. Above all, he cherished his dogs, children and grandchildren.

He is survived by a daughter, Brenda Campbell and her husband Jeff, of Sharpsville; two sons, Dwayne Williams, of Pittsburgh, and Cory Williams, of Sharon; seven grandchildren, Rose, Jeffrey, Andrew and Monica Campbell, and Makenzy, Tylor and Rhylie Williams; and two great grandchildren, May'leigha and Jaxson. Also surviving are a sister, Maryann Watson, of Oklahoma; and two brothers, Frank Powell and his wife Judy, of West Middlesex, and Kenny Baker, of Sharon.

In addition to his parents, Ray was preceded in death by his wife, Sharon Williams; a son, Raymond Baker, Jr.; a sister, Marlene Rupp; and two brothers, William and Richard Powell.

The family suggests memorial contributions be directed to the Shenango Valley Animal Shelter, 2599 Broadway Rd., Hermitage, PA 16148.

There are no services.

Interment: Haywood Cemetery, West Middlesex.