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David Baum Obituary

Baum, David M. Age 59. Beloved son of the late Bernie and Barbara Baum; devoted father of Zachary and Emily Baum; loving brother of Jonathan (Bonnie) Baum, Victoria Baum (David Houle) and Lisa (Steve) Kritz; dear uncle of 7. David was a lawyer, devoted fatalistic Chicago sports fan and "Mayor of Central Street". Memorial funeral service, Sunday, January 12, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. at Beth Emet The Free Synagogue, 1224 Dempster, Evanston, IL, 847.869.4230. Interment, Monday, January 13, 2:00 p.m. at Rosehill Cemetery, 5800 N Ravenswood Ave., Chicago, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in David's name may be made to a charity of your choice. Info: 847-679-3939.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 10, 2014.

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Tom Blumenthal

October 30, 2021

David and I went to 3rd and 4th grade together and stayed in touch through all the years. We both gravitated to legal practice, and this morning I missed him sharply. Thank G-D for our friendship and our memories. We loved each other's families and shared stories of life up to the end. Thank you David.

January 27, 2015

I was very sorry to hear of David's passing. He truly was a delightful soul and a pleasurable lawyer to deal with.. My condolences to his family and loved ones. Grace Wein

April 1, 2014

It's been a long time since I last saw David - probably 10-15 years after Beloit. We were on the Israeli Seminar for 4 months together and more. He was a true character, with lots of spontaneity and humor. Lots of fun memories. Earl Berkson

Jenna Sypult

January 29, 2014

My heart hurts hearing this news. My family has known and used David for 30 years. He was such a magnetic soul and he always made me feel like a million bucks every time we spoke. My mother passed away to cancer 6 years ago and he always spoke so highly of her saying how she was his favorite client ever and that he missed her. I hope you two have found one another and are living it up on the other side. My deepest condolences go out to David's family as his energy here on earth will be so immensely missed!

Shawn Bustamante

January 16, 2014

My deepest condolonces to Mr. Baums family.

Bustamante Family.

Howard Felix

January 15, 2014

My deepest condolences to the Baum family.He truly was one of a kind. For me, he seemed like a guy who would have your back. I havent seem him in some years but I will always remember his spirit.

January 14, 2014

David was so alive to the world and his memory will remain with me as joy.

Julie Rosenbaum

Joyce Levy

January 13, 2014

David came when my brother, Bruce, died. I will never forget how much he cheered and comforted me at such a miserable and awful time. He always made me laugh so much--the world is darker without him in it.

Rachel Hayman

January 13, 2014

My sincere condolences to all of Dave's family, but especially to Zach and Emily. I always enjoyed my encounters with your dad, and regret that it's been some time now since I last saw him. I remember him coaching Zach's baseball team (2nd grade!) and how enthusiastic and kind he was to the kids. I also remember, Emily, that he coached your 3rd grade basketball team, and how much fun he seemed to have. Your dad was smart and funny and "a character." He will be missed by many. May his memory bring you solace and joy.

Luigi Mazzei

January 12, 2014

My condolences to the Baum family.David was a good friend and will be missed.God bless him.

Marian Nixon

January 12, 2014

My condolences to Lisa and the Baum family.

January 12, 2014

My deepest condolences to David's family. A unique individual who always had a interesting story to tell. I will miss him.

Larry Karchmar

January 12, 2014

To all in the Baum family and those others like myself who miss David,
I worked for years with Dave, played softball with him and well started my career as a trial attorney with him close by. Spent many, many hours with him and am struck still by his passing. We have lost a witty, bright and human soul from our presence. Wishing all carry on his blessed memory.
Bob Cohen

Great friend, smiling face

Ania Gurynowicz

January 12, 2014

Please accept my deepest condolences for your Dad's lost. Thinking of him puts a smile on my face and brings nicest memories. Though know him for a short time, he brought lots of meaning into my life. Will always have great thoughts about him. If there is anything I can do, please let me know.
Ania with family.

Gary Kipnis

January 11, 2014

My heartfelt condolences to the Baum family. We have lost too many former classmates recently, all way too young.

January 11, 2014

I was stunned to get an email this morning on facebook about David. We had been talking all through the cold snap and were trying to have chicken soup while he went through his tests.I failed to get him to go into the hospital despite an offer of a greek belly dancer.
David took me on a first date in Evanston many moons ago and his father came into the restaurant upon seeing Davids car parked outside. He stayed for the dinner and it was the nicest meal and blind date ever. David has always donated to Misericordia and many causes and cared for everyone he met.
Ive spent many a late hour talking about the kids and their accomplishments and his love for them. I can not believe he is gone.
This is a rather unorthodox posting for a most unconventional witty brash and amazing person. My condolences to the entire family.
Carrie

Fred Simon

January 11, 2014

So sorry to hear of this. I had only occasionally been in touch with David over the years, but I really dug his head, his heart, and his soul.

Sally Neuberger

January 10, 2014

Remembering growing up: high school college and young adulthood with David. He is a part of why I am who I am.Remembering Young David and sending your family wishes for memories to help you navigate this difficult time.

January 10, 2014

So saddened to hear this news. Our thoughts are with the family.
The Mikva-Cohens

Terry ABRAHAMSON

January 10, 2014

Zachary and Emily - I can't think of your dad without smiling both on the inside and outside. Wherever you may be, I hope you'll be sharing those smiles with me every day. On behalf of Vicki, Jake, Sam & Joe, we join you in celebrating a unique life, and in mourning its loss.

January 10, 2014

David was a very caring, sweet mensch, who charmed through his honest, unfiltered appraisals of life around him. I'll miss the guy. My heart goes out to his family.

January 10, 2014

David was one-of-a-kind.

Sharp-witted, acerbic, big-hearted, devoted to his children and to living life with gusto...he will be missed.

Gary Weitman

Jim and Sue Brunner

January 10, 2014

We cannot help but smile when we think of Dave- Sue's almost brother. We will miss him. Whenever we talked to him we knew we were getting pure Dave. We always admired him because he was able to put himself out there in every interaction and not be phony. Our hearts go out to the Baum family.

January 10, 2014

May the God of all comfort be with you at this time of grief. May all fond memories of David M. Baum stay close to your hearts,
Psalms 46: 1
Sincerely,
Janice

Lisa D'Angelo

January 9, 2014

David was a good friend to us all. He was the quientessential mensch. Your friendship, humor, sarcasm and smile will be missed.

January 9, 2014

MR Robert J. { BOBBY } & Shirley E. Eisenmenger. To the Baum family and all of Davids colleagues there was no one better with helping people was his mission and he excelled in all of his challenges he faced.He was a great man and will truly be missed.God rest his sole.Eisenmengers

Michael Rudman

January 9, 2014

I will miss David. He always fought for the underdog and called it as only he could see it. His sense of humor though deprecating was on target with some zinger thrown out at those near him.

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12

Funeral service

1:30 p.m.

Beth Emet The Free Synagogue

1224 Dempster, Evanston, IL

Jan

13

Interment

2:00 p.m.

Rosehill Cemetery

5800 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL

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