Leonard Baker

Leonard William Baker, age 78, of Hixson, Tennessee, formerly of Trenton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 29, 2026.

A celebration of Leonard’s life will be held at 12:00 PM on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, in the Larry Moore Memorial Chapel of Moore Funeral Home in Trenton, Georgia.

Leonard was born on January 6, 1948, to the late Leonard McClain Baker and Lucille Baker Stone. He attended Davis High School and went on to a successful career as an industrial engineer and businessman. Leonard was the first engineer hired by Roper Corporation in LaFayette, Georgia, where he worked for many years.

After retiring, Leonard stayed busy pursuing other interests and business ventures. He owned and operated Baker Auto Sales for many years. A lifelong car enthusiast, Leonard enjoyed buying, selling, and collecting classic cars, with Corvettes being a particular favorite. Later, he and his wife, Carolyn, operated Back Yard Buildings, providing storage buildings to customers throughout the surrounding area.

Leonard was hardworking, determined, and always seemed to have something going on. He shared a particularly close bond with his brothers, and some of his favorite times were spent together attending car auctions, racing cars, and playing music. He was well respected by those who knew and worked with him and was devoted to his family.

Leonard is survived by his wife of 42 years, Carolyn Swafford Baker; daughter, Sabrina (Doug) Shortt; grandchildren, Cameron White and Tristen Curtis; special nephew, Nathan (Martha) Baker; nieces, Sharon Smith and Beth Baker; sisters-in-law, Marian Baker, Phyllis Baker, and Gloria McCarty; along with numerous extended family members and friends.

In addition to his parents, Leonard was preceded in death by his brothers, Robert Donald Baker and Dewey Baker.

Moore Funeral Home of Trenton, Georgia is honored to serve the Baker family during this time.