Photo courtesy of Geo. H. Rohde & Son Funeral Home - Cincinnati
Jul 5, 1941 - Feb 3, 2026
Mary, I’m deeply saddened to hear of your passing. I was so blessed to have known you and be your beautician for almost 30 years. I loved your stories and wisdom and kind soul. I will miss you. God bless your family during this difficult time.
Anna Streaker
February 22, 2026 | Cincinnati, OH | Friend
Mary was more than a sister-in-law,she was a very close friend to me.I have a feeling that it's going to be like after my mom passed. I'd reach for the phone to see how her day is going, then realize-she's not there. It saddens me how much I'll miss her, but happy that her pain from illness is gone.She's now with many loved family and friends in Heaven.
Kathy Brooksbank
February 08, 2026 | CINCINNATI, OH | Family
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. It was always a pleasure talking with Mary.
Gloria Imhoff
February 06, 2026 | Cincinnati, OH | Friend
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Joe Marthaler
February 06, 2026 | SHELBYVILLE, KY | Friend
Mary Ann Baker (nee Brooksbank) at age 84, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Born on July 5, 1941 in Cincinnati, the same city she called home throughout her life.
Mary cherished time spent with family and friends. She is lovingly remembered by her children, Margaret (Monte) Wright and Donald (Jennifer) Baker; her grandchildren, Brooke (Chris) Matzen, Travis (Alysha) Wright, Lindsey Baker and Reid Baker; her great grandchildren, Nolan and Greyson Matzen, Emerson and Harper Wright. Cherished sister to Hank, (Donna) Brooksbank, William (Kathy) Brooksbank, Michael (Wanda) Brooksbank, Kay (Larry) Bruce, Linda (William) Bray. Mary is survived by numerous Nieces and Nephews and great nieces and nephews. Mary was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Donald M. Baker; her beloved parents, Clyde & Rosemarie Brooksbank; her brothers, Clyde Brooksbank, Jerry (Judy) Brooksbank, Edwin Brooksbank, and Virgil (Wanda) Brooksbank; sisters, Ann (Jr.) Larkin and Rosemarie Brooksbank.
Mary enjoyed her crafts throughout the years but mostly enjoyed watching her grandchildren and great children grow. She enjoyed watching them participate in their sports and celebrated their accomplishments and spoiled them rotten. Mary had many friends and was always described as a kind soul. Mary cherished her relationship with her siblings and her nieces and nephews. She had a fulfilling 35 year career with Surgical Appliance, where she developed life long friendships.
Visitation held Monday, February 9, from 10 AM until time of service at 12 PM at Geo. H. Rohde & Son Funeral Home, 3183 Linwood Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45208. Immediately following the services, there will be a chapel service at Gate of Heaven Cemetery.
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