Gale "Red" Eugene Baker

Gale “Red” Eugene Baker, 85, of Great Falls, passed away on Friday, October 7, 2022.

Red was born on December 12, 1936, in Silesia, Montana to John and Edna (Lutch) Baker. He graduated from Billings Senior High School and joined the Naval Reserve. Upon his completion of service, he started working as a mechanic for BF Goodrich in Billings before moving to Great Falls to work at Bison Motor. In 1981, he was the owner/operator of Red’s Alignment and Steering Repair.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, playing guitar, and boating.

Red is survived by his daughters, Darcie Rae (Jeff Rusinski) Clayton of Great Falls and Laurie Lynn Bredl of Glendive. He had 7 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jack Dwain Baker; and good friend, Matt Piekarz.

He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him.