Brian L. Baker, age 41, of Columbus, died unexpectedly at his home on December 31, 2019. Brian grew up in South Columbus and was a longtime employee of E. T. Paul Tire. He is preceded in death by his father, Keith Baker, and grandmother, Virginia Cremeans. He is survived by his children, Natalia and Caleb; mother, Brenda Montgomery; grandfather, Michael Cremeans; many other relatives and friends. Friends will be received from 4-7 p.m. Monday, January 13, 2020 at HEART and HOPE BY SCHOEDINGER - Hilltop Chapel, 3030 West Broad Street. A graveside service will be held at 10am Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at Union Cemetery, 3349 Olentangy River Road.