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BAKER -- Jack E. Baker passed away on February 24, 2009 at his home in Truth or Consequences with his loving wife, Zenith Baker, at his side. Jack was born on May 12, 1936 in Canutillo, New Mexico the second of five children. Jack began his career as a lineman at the age of 18 with El Paso Power and Light and then worked for Reynolds Electric, PNM and Gardner Zemke. In 1975 he started Howard Electric in Gallup which he owned and operated until his retirement in 1995. He was very involved in many community projects including a lifetime Member of the Elk's Club, Sierra Vista Hospital, Rotary clubs of Gallup and T or C and was instrumental in the design and building of the T or C Rotary Park and was the construction coordinator for the city of T or C. His passions were fishing and hunting and traveling. He was very proud of his extensive collection of Indian artifacts and hunting trophies. Jack will always be remembered for his sense of humor, candid viewpoints and philosophical discussions. Jack was loved and respected and will be missed by all. Jack was preceded in death by his parents Marie and HE Baker, children Joey and Rhonda Baker. He is survived by his wife, Zenith; son, Randy Baker and his wife Denise; step-sons Kevin McTavish and wife, Amie, Sean McTavish and wife Regina; several grandchildren and one great-grandchild. A gathering of friends and family will be held Saturday, February 28, 2009 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the family home, 400 West Riverside Drive, in Truth or Consequences. Family and friends are welcome for a pot luck lunch. In lieu of flowers a donation can be made to the Jack E. Baker/T or C Rotary Park Memorial Fund at the Bank of the Southwest in Tor C contact Rosie Snow at (575) 894-7171.
        Published on: Thu February 26, 2009