of Flippin, AR
May 30, 1937 - August 13, 2024
Terry Zeigler Baker peacefully gained her angel wings at the age of 87 on August 13, 2024 at the Hospice of the Ozarks Hospice House in Mountain Home, Arkansas. She was born near Crooked Creek on May 30, 1937 to Clarence and Mary (Cheek) Richardson. Growing up on a dairy farm with her siblings, Terry learned the value of hard work early on. She attended Yellville-Summit School. Later, she married Fred Zeigler and together they started their life's journey.
After moving to Independence, Missouri for work, Terry proudly earned her GED and attended business classes. The call of home led her and Fred to return to Yellville in 1971 and the following year, they welcomed their youngest son. Terry spent over 25 years working for Baxter Healthcare and she built a reputation for her Spotless home and beautiful yard, cultivating plants with a green thumb admired by all. Her children fondly recall her spotless home, jokingly blaming her for their enduring distance for dusting.
Terry faced heartbreak when her husband, Fred, passed away in 1984. She found love again with Richard Baker in 1993, gaining three daughters. Though they had dreams of traveling, Richard's health prevented this. Terry continued to live a fulfilling life, surrounded by family, until her health began to decline in 2015.
She is survived by her children, Randy (Cheryl) Zeigler of Flippin, Arkansas, Renee (Bill) Parton of Yellville, Arkansas and Rick (Kelley) Zeigler of Yellville, Arkansas; stepdaughters, Beth (David) Hancock of Madisonville, Kentucky, Christine Baker Perry of Tucson, Arizona and Karrie Maeda of Palmdale, California. Terry is also survived by her brother, Floyd Richardson of Yakima, Washington; sister, Helen Hensley of Yellville, Arkansas; along with five grandchildren, Jeanette, Mikala, Ian, John and Jarrett; six great-grandchildren, Megan, Lily, Amber, Sawyer, Gunnar and Denver; plus two great-great-grandchildren; ten step-grandchildren and numerous step-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husbands, infant son, John Wesley Zeigler and three sisters, Geneva Tabor, Joy Adams and Betty Gaye Wood.
A visitation will be held at Roller-Burns Funeral Home on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 10:00 am. Funeral service to follow at 11:00am with Bro. Jerry Tinsley officiating. Interment is at Peel cemetery.
Serving as pallbearers will be Mikala Parton, Ian Parton, John Zeigler, Jarrett Zeigler, David Carson and James Richardson. Honorary Pallbearers will be Mark Gundry, Mark Carson, Dean Rodgers and the staff of Hospice of the Ozarks.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice of the Ozarks in Mountain Home, Arkansas, a facility that held a special place in Terry's heart.
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11 Condolence(s)
Dee Williams
Monday, August 26, 2024
Renee and Rick.....I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Hugs
Christine Baker-Perry
Friday, August 16, 2024
Terry was my step mom, she will be missed terribly by myself and my two sons, Tristan and Michael.
My Dad loved her with all of his heart! I’m so glad they found each other.
Sending my love to Terry’s children, Renee, Randy and Ricky and their families.
God bless.
Janice Barrett
Friday, August 16, 2024
Terry was such a kind, sweet lady. She & Richard were the best neighbors a person could ask for and so much fun at church. Praying God's comfort for your family.
Bruce and Gayla Edmonson
Thursday, August 15, 2024
Renee', Randy, Rick and families,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kelly Shempert
Thursday, August 15, 2024
Our deepest sympathies to the family!!! So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you all.
Donna Kaye (Benton) Treat
Thursday, August 15, 2024
So sorry for your loss Praying for the family.
Dan & Pat Henley
Thursday, August 15, 2024
Praying for your family. She loved you all very much. Ms. Terry was a very dear sweet neighbor.
Lucinda Baysinger
Thursday, August 15, 2024
Terry will be missed. I always enjoyed every year meeting and having lunch before going to decoration. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Lucinda Baysinger .
Janie Purdom
Thursday, August 15, 2024
Terry was such a sweet lady, I always enjoyed visits with her. My condolences to all her family. Prayers for peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Mark Carson
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Please forgive me for being at a loss for words at a time as this. Only to say my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Linda Moreau
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Dearest Renee, Rick and Randy I’m so sorry for the loss of your mom. She was a sweetie. Prayers for you all and your families during this time of sorrow.