Update: A statement provided by Baker's family to NBC Chicago on Wednesday said in part "we are deeply saddened to confirm that our beloved Rena has passed away. At this time, we kindly request that our wish for privacy be respected as we navigate this tragic loss." Our original story continues below.
Family and friends are expressing concern after they say their loved one, a 39-year-old Chicago woman, has been missing for nearly a week.
According to officials, 39-year-old Rena Baker, a mother who lives of the city's Roseland neighborhood and works as a dental hygienist, was last seen Wednesday at a friend's house, near 76th Street and King Drive. Family and friends say they don't believe Baker made it home following that visit.
Baker's family also says the 39-year-old did not pick up her son from school Thursday, and missed her daughter's graduation ceremony earlier held earlier this week.
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"I immediately knew something was wrong," Baker's ex-husband Christian Bowie said. "I know this isn't like her."
Baker was last seen driving a 2004 Hyundai Sonata with Illinois license plates.
Anyone with information about Baker is asked to contact Chicago police.
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This story has been updated to correct the spelling of Rena Baker's name.
