Mrs. Joyce Smith Baker, 81, of Pooler, GA, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 surrounded by her loving family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lyman Smith and Hazel Forrest, and her brother, Billy Smith, Sr..  She loved spending time with her family and all the fun activities they did together.  She was happiest cooking and baking for those she loved.  She will be remembered as a devoted, loving wife, mama, Mimi,  daughter, aunt, and friend.

Survivors include her husband of 60 years, William "Dock" Baker; two daughters, Peggy Craft (Bradd) and Patsy Mallard (Bradley); grandchildren, Andrew Smith and Catherine Hinson (Cameron); great-granddaughters, Aubree and Layne Hinson; niece, Debra Brookins (Steve); nephew, Billy Smith, Jr.

The visitation will be from 6 until 8 p.m. on Thursday, January 28, 2021 at the funeral home.

The funeral will be at 2 p.m. on Friday, January 29, 2021 in the chapel of the funeral home with burial to follow at Brooklet City Cemetery.

All CDC and social distancing guidelines will be in place including the wearing of masks (Chatham County Mandate).

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Homes – West Chatham Chapel – 901 W. Hwy. 80 – Pooler, GA  31322 (912) 748-2444