Ida Ruby

Baldwin

Ida Ruby Baldwin, 91, of Terre Haute, IL passed away November 12, 2026 at Oak Lane Nursing and Rehab in Stronghurst, IL.

She was born May 4, 1935 in Terre Haute Township to Victor and Gertrude (Vef) Lebeck. In her younger years, she was known as Ruby or “Sis Lebeck” to family and friends. Ida was a “farm girl” and kept busy with her parents and three brothers working their land. She was a graduate of Terre Haute High School.

On November 27, 1957 she married George Baldwin. He preceded her in death in 1999.

Ida is remembered for her love of the Lord and her family and friends, willingness to always help, and sweet smile. She was a member of the Terre Haute Community Church.

Survivors include: two daughters, Linda (Mark) Kosifas of Terre Haute, and Anna Carpenter of Stevens Point, WI, one grandson, Adam (Roberta) Kosifas of Sedalia, MO, two great-grandchildren, Christopher Kosifas and Brianna Kosifas, both of Sedalia, MO, and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband George, a son David Baldwin, a son-in-law Francis Carpenter, and three brothers, Fred, Albert, and Martin Lebeck.

Cremation has been entrusted to Banks & Beals Funeral Home.

A memorial service will be held Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at 10:30 am at Terre Haute Community Church, Terre Haute, IL with Pastor Lee Unger presiding.

To leave an online condolence for the family, please visit Mrs. Baldwin’s obituary at banksandbeals.com.