Mr. James Eugene Baker, 73, of Jefferson, SC passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 31, 2020. Mr. James Eugene Baker was born on March 21, 1947 in Monroe, NC to the late William Drew Baker and Bessie Robinson. He loved to put together model airplanes and was happy when he flew them. He also enjoyed fishing. Mr. Baker is survived by his daughters, Gena Baker Smith (Kendell) of Lancaster, SC and Rebekah Baker Love (Jason) of Jefferson, SC and his grandchildren, Kyle Smith, Lindsey Smith, Anna Love and Gabriel Love. Private Cremation as per family request. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ronald McDonald House Charlotte, 1613 E. Morehead Street, Charlotte, NC 28207. Baumgartner Funeral Home of Pageland, South Carolina (www.baumgartnerfh.com) is assisting the Baker family.