Maribeth Baldridge, age 69 of Crestline, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026 at the Arbors at Mifflin nursing facility in Mansfield.

Born on September 19, 1956 to the late Elmer and Virginia (Homack) Reed in Youngstown, Ohio.

She proudly worked for nearly 18 years at MTD in Willard. Maribeth had a true passion for animals, especially horses and dogs, and found happiness in any time spent around them.

Those who will cherish her memories include her husband, James Baldridge, whom she married on December 3, 1977; her daughter, Amy Baldridge of Crestline; her grandchildren Blake Zealor, Brock Mills and Makenzie Mills; her siblings Kathy (Bob) Cline of Shelby, Susan Green of Plymouth and David (Phyllis) Reed of Shelby, Ohio.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

In place of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Maribeth's memory to the Humane Society of Richland County at 3025 Park Ave. W. Mansfield, OH 44906.

Per the families wishes, no services will be observed.

The Barkdull Funeral Home & Crematory in Shelby has been honored to serve the Baldridge family.