Ryker Cole Baker, 1, of New London, peacefully passed away Saturday, February 10, 2018 at Brenners Childrens Hospital in Winston Salem.

He was born January 14, 2017 in Concord, NC to Joshua Townsend and Samantha Baker. Ryker loved to be held and cuddled and he loved to be around people. He could light up a room with his smile. He enjoyed playing with cars and spending time with his Meme.

In addition to his parents, those left to cherish his memory include; twin brother, Thorin Baker; brothers, Brian Perez and Jonah Townsend; grandparents, David & Arline Howard; grandmother, Debbie Goodman; great-grandparents, Donald & Nell Harrison; aunt, Stormi Whitmire; uncle & aunt, Chase & Leslie Harrison.

There will be a memorial service held at 12 PM on Saturday, February 17th, 2018 at Safe Harbor Baptist Church, 270 Dunns Mountain Church Rd, Salisbury, NC 28146.

Memorials may be made to the Brenners Children’s Hospital Fund, www.brennerchildrens.org.

Carolina Cremation is assisting the Baker family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com.