Dwight Augustus Baker, age 93, of Ozark, Alabama, was born on April 16, 1932, in Ariton, Alabama, and on Monday, January 26, 2026, he peacefully entered his eternal home, surrounded by the love of his devoted wife and daughters.

Funeral services for Mr. Baker will be 1:00 P. M. Monday, February 2, 2026, from Midway Assembly of God Church with Reverend Michael Senn officiating. Interment will follow in Ariton Cemetery, Holman Funeral Home of Ozark directing. The family will receive friends Monday in the church from 12:00 Noon until service time.

Dwight leaves behind a lifetime of love in his beloved wife of 70 years, Merle Grantham Baker, the joy of his heart and the love of his life. Together they shared a beautiful marriage built on faith, devotion, and unwavering commitment. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alf Baker and Katie Danner Baker; and his sister, Verlene Childree. He is also survived by his daughters, Syretha Carter (Wayne) and Sheryl Senn (Michael), who were the light of his life and the pride of his heart. He is survived by his siblings, Jerry Baker, Nell Childree, Sara Roberts, and Jimmy Baker, along with many dearly loved nieces and nephews. He was a proud and loving grandfather to Matthew Senn (Carole), Kala Carroll, Kyle Pauley, Micah Senn (Riley), and Anna Dixon (Josh), and a deeply cherished great-grandfather to Eleanor Senn, Halle Carroll, Sunny Carroll & MaKayla Dixon. His grandchildren were his greatest treasures, and his great-granddaughters were the delight of his soul—each one held close in his heart and prayers.

Mr. Baker honorably served his country as a United States Army veteran and carried that same sense of duty, integrity, and humility throughout his life. Following his military service, he dedicated many years to the automotive industry, serving as Body Shop Manager at Jerry Mitchell Chevrolet and later as a longtime manager at Walter Hand Ford in Ozark, Alabama. Dwight was a man of deep love and steadfast faith. He adored his wife and never missed an opportunity to care for and spoil her. His daughters were truly the apple of his eye, and his grandchildren were his prized possessions. Family was his greatest earthly blessing. An avid outdoorsman, Dwight loved deer and turkey hunting and won several shooting competitions, including awards for turkey size and beard length. He also found great peace and joy in tending his garden and caring for his chickens. Some of his most cherished moments were spent with his grandchildren and great-granddaughters by his side—helping collect fresh eggs, feeding the chickens, and teaching them the simple beauty of hard work, patience, and gratitude for God’s provision. Dwight loved sharing stories—of his Army days, of hunting and fishing adventures, and of lessons learned through a life well lived—stories that will continue to be told for generations. Above all, Dwight was a faithful Christian man who loved the Lord with his whole heart. He served his church for many years as Sunday School Superintendent and as a board member in the Assembly of God denomination, leading with wisdom, humility, and quiet strength. His life reflected his faith, and he leaves behind a Godly example and a legacy of love, service, and faith that will live on through his family. While our hearts mourn his passing, we rejoice in knowing that Dwight has heard the words, “Well done, good and faithful servant,” and is now at peace in the presence of his Savior.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made in his memory to Midway Assembly of God Church, 37 Private Road 1539, Midland City, Alabama 36350.