Ruby Louise Youngblood Baker

Ruby Louise Youngblood Baker, 84, of Fletcher, passed away at her residence on Thursday, June 4, 2026.

A native of Henderson County, she was a daughter of the late Geneve Estell Hudson Youngblood and Howard James Youngblood. She was also preceded in death by four brothers-in-law, Marvin Holden, Ronald Baker, Larry Conard and Walter Dockins.

Ruby is survived by her husband of 64 years, Larry Eugene Baker Sr.; three children, Larry Eugene Baker Jr. (Belinda), Rick Baker (Regina) and Serita Garren; one sister, Freida Holden; six grandchildren, Brandon Baker, Brittany Baker, Trina Baker, Addison Baker, Katie Womack (Cameron) and Madisen Gentry; seven great-grandchildren, Sadie, Delilah, Charlotte, Riley, Lexington, Hudson and Harrison and many extended family and friends.

Ruby worked for many years as a manager of Henn’s Plant Farm. She was a longtime and faithful member of Hoopers Creek Baptist Church, where she served for many years as the Vacation Bible School co-director, the assistant director of the annual Christmas play, Ladies Bible Class secretary/treasurer and a vital and beloved member of the church’s Sunday School. Ruby loved flowers, camping and traveling, but above all else, loved spending time with her family.

A Funeral Service will be held starting at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, June 10 at Hoopers Creek Baptist Church. Her family will greet friends at the church on Wednesday evening from 6:00 until 7:00 PM. A Graveside Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, June 11 at Hoopers Creek Cemetery. Flowers are appreciated.

Groce Funeral Home’s Lake Julian team is assisting the family.