Mary Louise Baker, age 79, of Hensley, Arkansas passed away on Wednesday, January 24, 2024. Mary was born in Little Rock, AR to Norma (Goad) Hardin and Lloyd Hardin. In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by husbands, Kent Templeton and Carlton R. Baker; brother, Jeffrey Lloyd Hardin; and sisters, Annette Jo Aley and Carole Carolle.
Mary was a woman of many talents. She enjoyed camping, golfing, fishing, and was an avid shuffleboard player. Few things brought Mary as much joy as triumphing over her opponents in the shuffleboard tournament.
Mary is survived by her daughters, Tammy (John) Thomas, and JoLynn (Terry) Lyons; son, Clayton Norris Baker; as well as sisters, Linda Kay Johnson and Letha Fulbright. Mary also leaves behind many beloved grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and a wealth of adored friends.