Pok Ok Baker

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She gave of herself in the ways that mattered most to those around her, caring for her home, cherishing her family, and living out her faith each day.

Pok Ok Baker, of Clarksville, Tennessee, went to be with her Lord Jesus on Friday, October 9, 2026. She was comforted in her final moments with a host of loving family and friends at her side.

Born on December 8, 1947, Mrs. Baker will be remembered as a devoted Army wife to the late David Carl Baker (U.S. Army, Ret), and as a loving homemaker and mother to their children. Her life reflected deep care for her family and faithful support through the years. Additionally, Pok was the head cook at the Fort Campbell Officer's Club where she took great pride in fostering a warm and welcoming environment for the installation's leadership. She was also a beloved member of New Eden Korean American Presbyterian Church, where her presence was part of the life of the congregation and where her faith was an important part of who she was.

Pok Ok Baker’s life was marked by devotion, love, and quiet strength. She gave of herself in the ways that mattered most to those around her, caring for her home, cherishing her family, and living out her faith each day.

She was preceded in death by her husband, David Carl Baker and her daughter, Deborah McClure. Survivors include her children, Marshia Baker and Michael Baker (Chastity); her grandchildren, D.J. Meriwether, Stephén Meriwether, Bréanna McClure, Christopher Benton, Carlos Lewis, Jr., and Chantelle Benton; and her eight great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM on Friday, October 16, 2026, at New Eden Korean American Presbyterian Church. The funeral service will begin at the church at 11:30 AM on Friday with Pastor John Lim and Pastor Jason Ashley officiating. Following the church service, she will be laid to rest alongside her husband at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery West.

May her memory bring comfort to those who knew and loved her, and may her family find peace in the love she shared and the faith she held so dearly.