Benton Lee Baker, 75, of Ravenswood, WV, passed away April 17, 2024, at his home following a sudden illness.

He was born July 20, 1948, in Charleston, WV, a son of the late Commodore Martin and Mary Lee (Cain) Baker.

He retired from the United States Army as a Command Sergeant Major E9. He was a Vietnam veteran and a life member of the V.F.W., American Legion Post #107 Ripley, WV, Disabled American Veterans, Vietnam Veterans of America, Jackson County Honor Guard. He also retired from Dupont as a pipefitter with 30 years of service.

Survivors include his spouse, Susan (Whitman) Baker, sons, Aaron Baker and Benton Ross (Keelia) Baker both of Ravenswood; daughters, Cara (John) Moore of Ravenswood, Marci (Jon) Woodson of Nitro; sister Bonnie Wolfe of Ravenswood; nine grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Services will be private. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the American Legion Post # 107, P.O. Box 13, Ripley, WV 25271.

Condolences may be shared with the family at www.castofuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are under the care of Casto Funeral Home, Ravenswood, WV.