Robert Shayne Baker's Obituary
Just as the first ray of sun dawned on July 3, 2026 the world lost a radiant light and heaven welcomed a purified soul. Shayne's journey started like any other; with a mother’s compassion and pure love, which he carried with him every step of his journey! He didn't realize that God had a purpose for his journey. Shayne’s path was not all serene and peaceful through the meadow. No, his journey would lead him to the path less traveled, barred with fallen trees and impassable obstructive obstacles, but there were also beautiful meadows of peace along his journey. There was a purpose he had not yet learned. That purpose was to bring hope, joy, laughter, and true friendship to all those he would meet along his journey.
When Shayne was young, he came to his first meadow and met a fellow traveler. Little did he know that this traveler would have a lasting impact on his journey and heart. She was there to help and teach him at a young age to cherish every moment; the good, the bad and the ugly. She taught him to raise people up. She was kind, gentle and nurturing! Shayne realized at that young age he wanted to spread happiness and joy to everyone he would meet. Of course, in Shayne fashion, he did it his own way. Shayne truly loved his life, his family, his friends, and his women!
Shayne made countless friendships, including one that was as close as a brother. That friend was always there by his side through every obstacle right to the very end.
Through his journey Shayne found love 4 times. Each of these loves he carried in his heart every day till his last breath. Shayne's first love blessed him with three beautiful daughters. His love for his girls carried and covered him with battle armor to overcome the very next obstacle in his path. Shayne came to a fork in his journey and changed his course; he chose the cleared path, not knowing what was to come. A cliff ledge with two options, and as hard as it was Shayne thought of his daughters, backtracked to that fork, and clawed his way up and continued his journey where he entered another meadow, and tried to love again!
Shayne experienced the second love of his life. Just like everybody’s journey there were ups and downs, but he knew with regret in his heart he had to break free and end this cycle, in order to give his beautiful daughters a better life. So he started climbing again through the thick overgrowth. Shayne climbed his way back up to another meadow. Within this meadow, he found the third love of his life and her young son. Together they walked through the meadow as a family. Love and joy followed them, and Shayne welcomed his first grandson who became his world and the son he never had. Their happiness continued but not without some sorrow along the way with the loss of a precious grandson. In the joy of welcoming 3 more handsome grandsons and 2 new beautiful granddaughters. Shayne loved his family so much, wanting to give them all they could ever need.
Then storms clouds moved in and Shayne knew he had to continue to give his grandson a better life. Feeling defeated and unworthy, he continued on his path slower this time, even through his sorrow from the death of his sister. But, Shayne and his grandson still moved forward.
Shayne would go out of his way to make people smile and laugh, and he was completely blindsided by what happened next. Shayne had never been alone; God walked beside him every step of the way! God had lifted him up when he stumbled. God had seen all of his struggles, and knew that there was one last lesson to learn. So, God had a plan and two universes collided. Shayne had found his soulmate; they were best friends, confidants, and true partners (in crime). She brought 1 son and 2 daughters with her to his universe. Now they were a family of 9! Shayne changed every life for the better. Even after losing two of his brothers. Together they enjoyed so many happy times and welcomed two more beautiful granddaughters and one more handsome grandson!
Then the unthinkable happened just as they were making plans for their future. Shayne's final obstacle hit like a brick wall. Cancer! Not just any cancer but terminal brain cancer. In good old Shayne fashion, he tackled this obstacle with bravery, laughter, and selflessness. This obstacle he would not have to face completely alone. Not only did Shayne have a partner to face this challenge head-to-head with him, but he also had God lifting him up when he could no longer do so himself. God had illuminated Shayne‘s heart with His love and mercy! Shayne received this love and light with open arms. Just hours before Shayne passed into the light, he received a Christian baptism which washed away all of his sins in Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior! Even though Shayne was in a coma, he still weeped tears of joy! “It is finished.” — Jesus in John 19:30
These final words from Jesus are not words of defeat, but of completion! Remember Jesus' sacrifice of love — revealing the depth of God’s mercy, and opening the way to new life.
Shayne was welcomed into heaven by his grandson, Keynen, as well as his father (Robert), his sister (Danielle), and two of his brothers (Jeremy and Doug). Those left behind to continue their journeys without him by their side, but in their hearts, include Kenna & Julian Salazar (mother and bonus dad), Paula Baker (bonus mom), Joni Baker (wife), Tony Baker, Terry Worthan, Jay Salazar, and Greg Salazar (brothers); Jill Candelaria (sister), and Shayne’s beautiful daughters: Shaye Baker, Camille Baker and Cierra Baker; his bonus daughters Cynthia Ryver and Bella Ryver; and Shayne’s bonus sons: Dino Jaramillo, Lincoln Raybourne (also grandson), and WesLee Ball. Shayne also loved his grandchildren very much and he was so proud of them: Lincoln, Liam, Lili, Ruger, Marley, Dayla, Jayde, Hunter, Tyson. Shayne loved so many other family members and countless friends that he cherished with his whole heart!
Shayne Baker’s wake will be held for family, friends, and all those whose lives he touched.
July 18, 2026
3 to 7 PM
6771 W Sharlie Dawn Circle
Herriman, Utah 84096
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