James "Rusty" Baker was born and raised in Dallas, Texas to the parentage of Guy and Sally Morgan. Rusty attended Morris school in Searcy, AR., then later attended Selwyn School in Denton, TX. Rusty then went on to TSTI in Waco, TX to further and continue his education. After working various jobs, he made his career working for the family business - Morgan Building and Spas.

Survived by his Parents Guy and Sally Morgan, his wife, Jo Ann Baker, his son Adam Baker and his step sons; Michael Baxter, Dennis Gibson and Jesse Gibson, His Granddaughter Baylee Baker, His Brother, John Baker His half siblings: William (Robin) Barnes, Billy Michael Baker, Cody Morgan, Colleen Morgan and Ann Marie Baker Hornsby, and His Step siblings; Linda Morgan Sheffer, and other relatives and friends.