Jason Neal Baker, 54, was born on January 21, 1972, in Talihina, Oklahoma, the son of Madison Jefferson Baker and Lavada (Crosby) Baker. He was preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Marquitta Seeley and Lenora Williams.

Jason lived in the Wright City area most of his life but had been in Hugo for the past 6 years. He worked as a brick layer in construction and enjoyed working with his hands. Jason loved sports, especially volleyball. He also loved helping others and was always willing to lend a hand to anyone in need. Jason’s family will miss him deeply, but his memory will live on in the hearts of all those how loved him

Jason is survived by his loving family, sons, Matthew Peters of Sallisaw, OK and Austin Peters of Sallisaw, OK; brothers, Michael Baker of Negley, TX, Ivan Baker of Wright City, OK, Reggie Baker of Wright City, OK, Rayburn Baker of Wright City, OK and Madison “Bo” Baker, Jr. of Moore, OK; sisters, Edwanna Briley of Hugo, OK, Avis Tuggwell of Wright City OK and Myrna Taker of Jay, OK; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins along with a host of other family, friends and loved ones.