Tamula Sue Baker
July 18, 1959 ~ November 23, 2020
Tamula Sue Baker, 61, of Russellville, passed away Monday, November 23, 2020, at St. Mary’s Health Center.
She was born on July 18, 1959, in Denver, Colorado, the daughter of Darrell Lee and Mary Ann (Kanatzar) Butcher.
On March 11, 1998, in Joliet, Illinois, she married Glen Allen Baker, who resides at the home.
Tamula worked for the Cole County Circuit Clerk’s office as a court clerk, and a Notary Public.
She was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church and the Red Hat Society.
She was an excellent cook, loved to travel, and go camping and hiking.
Survivors include her husband, Glen; her mother, Mary Butcher, Fulton; a son, Timothy (Kristina) Lowman, Channahon, Illinois; a step-daughter, Marti (Ryan) Krieger, Lockport, IL; a step-son, Warren Baker, Joliet, IL; six grandchildren, Connor Lowman, Kailey Lowman, Addison Lowman, Ben Baker, Coral Krieger, Avi Krieger, Lily Baker a sister, Cherryll (Phillip) Mann, Council Bluffs, Iowa; and two brothers, Timothy Butcher, Fulton; and Charles (Kathy) Sims, Lees Summit.
She was preceded in death by her father, a sister, Judy Burkhart, and a brother, Darrell Butcher, Jr.
Memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Services will be planned for a later date.
Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Those wishing to email tributes or condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
She was born on July 18, 1959, in Denver, Colorado, the daughter of Darrell Lee and Mary Ann (Kanatzar) Butcher.
On March 11, 1998, in Joliet, Illinois, she married Glen Allen Baker, who resides at the home.
Tamula worked for the Cole County Circuit Clerk’s office as a court clerk, and a Notary Public.
She was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church and the Red Hat Society.
She was an excellent cook, loved to travel, and go camping and hiking.
Survivors include her husband, Glen; her mother, Mary Butcher, Fulton; a son, Timothy (Kristina) Lowman, Channahon, Illinois; a step-daughter, Marti (Ryan) Krieger, Lockport, IL; a step-son, Warren Baker, Joliet, IL; six grandchildren, Connor Lowman, Kailey Lowman, Addison Lowman, Ben Baker, Coral Krieger, Avi Krieger, Lily Baker a sister, Cherryll (Phillip) Mann, Council Bluffs, Iowa; and two brothers, Timothy Butcher, Fulton; and Charles (Kathy) Sims, Lees Summit.
She was preceded in death by her father, a sister, Judy Burkhart, and a brother, Darrell Butcher, Jr.
Memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Services will be planned for a later date.
Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Those wishing to email tributes or condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
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My Dear Sweet Sister, You have been the best big sister and friend, I can’t believe you are gone. It doesn’t seem real. I will love you forever and carry your spirit in my heart. Love you see you in my dreams, my beautiful sweet sister.
So sorry for the families loss. Tammy will be missed by many. I meet her at the wedding of Tim and Tina and when Tim and Tina bought their house. I am close friends with the Lowmans for those that don’t know me. May she rest in peace. ߙϰߙϰߙϰߙ
So many memories…bowling, traveling to tournaments, playing cards with the girls, Tuesday night euchre, sleep overs, Cajun Connection…lots of laughs, a few tears but always just plain old good friendship!!! Love ya Tammy you will be missed by many.
So many great memories with Tammy during high school and after she was so precious. I loved everything about her. She will be so missed. I pray for her entire family. There will always be a special spot for tammy in my heart
I miss you already My Queen and Red Hat Sister. We had so many unfulfilled plans. I’ll do my best to keep it fun. ❤️ߒœ Dyan
Thoughts and prayers are with you Tim and your family.
Ben, Coral, and Avi are heartbroken for their Mema’s passing. Many sweet prayers were spoken for her. Sending hugs to Grandpa from Lockport,Il.
All our love… Ryan & Marti
Tammy liked to have fun. On Memorial day weekend her and Glen drove hours to work at the food giveaway. It was a steamy hot day but they worked hard! Those Margaritas sure tasted good when we were done! I’m going to miss you sister, until we meet again.
I enjoyed working with Tammy at the City. She always had a fun story to share. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends during this difficult time. ~The Arnall family
It is with a heavy heart to post this for our Tammy who we will never see again. Tammy was and always will be family and so will Tim and his beautiful family. She loved my brother and never had time for BS. I will miss you Tammy.
Hugs and love to everyone. I hope you find some comfort in sharing in the beautiful memories of Tammy’s life.
To the Baker family: We are all mourning the loss of Tammy with you. May God bless you through this difficult time. The FRDC Family
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Glen. We morn with you during this time. This is truly a tragedy.
Glen, I am deeply sorry for your loss. While I’ve only known you a short time, your every thoughts and memories were of your wife. During the grieving process, may those wonderful times comfort you and know that she is loved. My deepest condolences. Susan DeVille, FRDC
Glen, I’m so sorry for the loss of your wife. Praying for you and your family during this difficult time. Eric Flynn
We are so very sorry Glen, and Tammy’s entire family. We will miss her and her smile very much! I’m so glad we got to enjoy her 60th birthday party. I’ll never forget how happy she was that day!
Tammy was a fun, lovely, kind, lady, and will not be forgotten. Our hearts are heavy to have lost her so soon. So sorry, Glen, my son, you will meet again.
Mr. Baker, I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences for you and your family in this difficult time.
Glen, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Fred and Tammy Risher
Glen, I cannot imagine how you feel, but please know I am here to help in any way I can. May God bless you through this difficult time and heal your heart and mind.
Glen, The Gibson family is heartbroken for you! Wish we could help in some way. We know Tammy was a wonderful, loving, funny lady and you two were so perfect together! God bless and comfort you. We are praying for you. ߒœ
Glen, Rick and I are so sorry for your loss. We are here to help and pray for you. We understand what a difficult time this is for you. Please know that you have so many friends that love you and we are all here for you. Rick and Lorrie Wallace
Glen, Kathy and I are sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.
Hands In Prayer in memory of Tamula Sue Baker
Glen, I didn’t know your wife but I can not imagine the suffering that you are experiencing and my heart aches for your loss. I am praying that you find some comfort resting in God’s arms as He is the only one who I believe can carry a broken heart through a loss such as this. I will continue to pray for you and lift you up to God and ask Him to get you through this. With my sincerest sympathy and blessings to you, my friend. Lisa Denny
Mr. Baker, I am so so sorry for your loss… I can’t even fathom the hurt and suffering that you and your family are experiencing at this difficult time. Hugs and prayers to you and yours…
Mr. Baker, Paul and I are so sorry for your loss. Many prayers to you and your family. May God give you comfort and strength during this difficult time.
Glen – So sorry to hear of Tammy’s passing. She was a great “comrade in arms” at the AG’s office and was a wonderful friend and colleague. Good luck to you and the rest of her family going forward. Al
I used to work with Tammy at the City & always enjoyed visiting with her in the kitchen break room. We shared our favorite low carb recipes & kitchen hacks with each other. I was saddened to hear of her passing & wanted to share my condolences with her family.
My condolences for your loss. Tammy and I worked at the City together. As a new mother, I appreciated Tammy’s advice on raising young children and listening to her stories about raising her own offspring. She always had a smile and kind words to share. I’ll keep her in my thoughts always.
As a colleague of mine at the City of Columbia, I remember Tammy’s direct smiling nature and friendliness well and wanted to share my condolences with her family.
To Glen, Timmy, family, and friends of Tammy, I was so sorry to hear of her passing. She was a giving, loving, vibrant, and friendly person. The world will be a little less bright, without her in it. May the lovely memories you shared with her, comfort you during this sad time. With my deepest sympathy, Connie Coberley