ROBERT E. BAALS

ROBERT E. BAALS, 91, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Thursday, June 20, 2013. Born May 29, 1922, in Fort Wayne, he was a son of the late Clinton J. and Edna J. Baals. A member of Trinity English Lutheran Church, a 33rd degree Mason and member of the Scotish Rite of Free Masonry, he served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps, was a Fort Wayne Fire Fighter, for 29 years, and worked at General Electric. He is survived by his children, Jim (Gloria) Baals, and Linda Karn, both of Fort Wayne; as well as four grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by his wife of over 62 years, Phyllis Y. Baals, in 2011; sister, Janet Fuller; and three great-grandchildren. Funeral service is 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 26, 2013 at Klaehn, Fahl & Melton Funeral Homes, Wayne Street Chapel, 420 West Wayne Street, Fort Wayne, with calling one hour prior to service. Calling also from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 25, 2013 at the funeral home. Burial will be in Lindenwood Cemetery, Fort Wayne. Memorial donations may be given to the Fort Wayne Firefighter's Museum. For online condolences visit www.klaehnfahlmelton.com