Samuel Hirsch Baker

Samuel Hirsch Baker, 68, of North Charleston, South Carolina, husband of Barbara St. Cyr Baker entered into eternal rest Monday, February 3, 2025. His Funeral Service will be held Saturday, February 15, 2025 in J. Henry Stuhr Inc., Northwoods Chapel, 2180 Greenridge Road at 1:00 pm. The family will receive friends Saturday at the Northwoods Chapel from 12:00 pm until the time of service. 

Samuel was born July 5, 1956 in Charleston, South Carolina, son of the late Harris Joseph Baker and Irene Hirsch Baker. Sammie grew up working in his father's grocery store, learning the trade and idealizing him. After his father's passing, Sammie took over the family business and helped his mother find her footing. He devoted his life to taking care of his parents. 

Sammie had a love and fascination with cars, reading magazines and talking to people about cars. Growing up, he used to see cars on the road and could name every make and model. 

Sammie is survived by his wife of 43 years, Barbara; siblings: Joshua Isaac Baker (Paula) and Jennifer Leah Baker Monroe both of N. Charleston, SC; nieces: Lindsey Grace Baker of N. Charleston, SC, Michelle St. Cyr of Elloree, SC, Danielle Lucas (Brandon) of Posquason, VA, Christina Carroll of Summerville, SC, Jamie Finnegan and Drew Finnegan (Stephanie) both of Mt. Pleasant, SC, sisters-in-law: Jo Ann Altman (Harry) and Brenda St. Cyr both of Charleston, SC; brother-in-law, Henry Frank St. Cyr of Walterboro, SC; and many loved great nieces and great nephews. He was predeceased by his niece, Haley Jordan Baker. 

Memorials may be made to the Charleston Animal Society, 2455 Remount Road, N. Charleston, SC 29406. 

A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com.