Luba Baker

YOUNGSTOWN – Luba Baker, 101, passed away peacefully Tuesday morning, Nov. 10, 2026, at Omni Manor Nursing Home, following a long and fulfilling life.

Luba was born Dec. 26, 1924, in Ukraine, a daughter of the late Yakew and Irene Ponomarenko. She immigrated to the United States in 1950, settling in Youngstown, where she made her home and raised her family.

Throughout her life, Luba was a devoted wife, mother and homemaker who took great pride in caring for her family and creating a warm and welcoming home. Her love for her family was at the heart of everything she did.

Mrs. Baker was a longtime member of Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church, where she generously volunteered her time with the church's pyrohy project. She was also a member of the Ukrainian National Association and remained proud of her Ukrainian heritage and traditions.

Luba enjoyed spending time outdoors, tending to her yard and garden, and was especially fond of cooking, canning and baking. She found great satisfaction in preparing homemade meals and sharing them with those she loved. Above all, her greatest joy was spending time with her family.

Luba leaves to forever cherish her memory her three sons, Eugene (Cheryl) Baker of Cincinnati, Edward (Elizabeth) Baker of Johnstown, Ohio, and George Baker of Girard; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and many extended family members.

Her husband of 36 years, Charles V. Baker, whom she married in 1943, passed away May 30, 1979. A grandchild also preceded Luba in death.

Family and friends may call from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16, 2026, at Kinnick Funeral Home, 477 N. Meridian Road, Youngstown, where a funeral service will be held at 1 p.m.

A committal service will follow at St. John Cemetery, where Luba will be laid to rest beside her beloved husband.