Douglas Baker Obituary
Douglas Baker, 68, of Sharpsville, passed away Sunday, January 18, 2026, in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital.
Mr. Baker was born March 3, 1957, in Sharon, a son of the late Stephen Baker. A lifelong area resident, he graduated from Sharon High School in 1975.
His loving wife, the former Maryann Barca, whom he married on December 22, 1978, survives at home.
Douglas was a member of Grace Chapel Community Church.
He retired after working many years at Wheatland Tube. Douglas had a passion for bowling, fishing, and watching NASCAR.
In addition to his wife, Douglas is survived by his mother, Cleo Baker-Myers; a daughter, Susan Baker (Jonathon); a son, Scott Baker (Marissa); three sisters, Paula Demateo, Stephanie Baker, and Heather Porterfield; three brothers, Stephen, Gordon, and Patrick Baker; four grandchildren, Riley, Myah, Devyn, and Aubrey; and a great-granddaughter, Gianna.
Calling hours will be 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesday (01/21/2026) in Grace Chapel Community Church, 4075 Lamor Rd., Hermitage.
Funeral service will immediately follow at 12 p.m. Wednesday, in the church, with Rev. Aaron Lego, officiating.
Arrangements entrusted to J. Bradley McGonigle Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 1090 East State St., Sharon.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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