Guy Baker

Guy R. “Toby” Baker, age 86 of Cushing, Grantsburg and Webster, Wisconsin passed away March 2, 2015. Toby was the son of the late Louis and Rose (Carston) Baker. He worked as a cattle and horse jockey for his family business, L.W. Baker Trucking out of Cushing, and Baker's Service Station in Cushing. He also worked at the U.S. Post Office in Grantsburg and was a member of the Grantsburg Fire Department for many years. Toby was a painter, millwright and a “jack of all trades.” Toby had an incredible love for family, faith, cars, trucks, teddy bears and treasures. He had an amazing love for our Savior Jesus Christ. His ministry was to love people and put a smile on their face. Toby is survived by his twin daughters, Jean Sandberg and Joan (Pastor Dan) Proffit; stepsons: Scott, Jeff and Tim Eggen and their families; grandchildren: Mitchell and Corey Sandberg, Amanda Rose (Derrick) Rouse and Joshua (Katie) Proffit; great-grandchildren, Rylie and William Proffit. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Grace; seven brothers and sisters; grand baby Proffit; and great granddaughter, Rose Proffit. Per Toby’s request no formal services will be held. Private family services will be held at a later date. Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home Webster, Wisconsin. Online condolences may be expressed at www.swedberg-taylor.com.