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Linda Baum Obituary
July 4, 1932 ~ July 17, 2021
Linda Rae Sawyers Baum, a woman of faith and honor, peacefully passed through the veil on July 17, 2021, in Draper, Utah.
Linda was the 7th of 8 children born to William Mack Sawyers and Jennis Irene Miller. She was born on July 4, 1932, in a log cabin in Joseph, Utah. Being born on Independence Day, as a child she thought that the parades and fireworks were for her birthday.
Linda graduated from Tooele High School in 1950. Later, she attended Brigham Young University where she was courted by H. Lowell Baum. They solemnized their marriage in the Manti Temple on October 22, 1954. After Lowell finished his military service, he and Linda built their first home together in Provo, Utah. They had four children: Dirk (Daphne), Paul (Amy), Shannon Fowler (Doug), and Michael (Diane).
She received a teaching degree from BYU and taught first grade for 20 years for Alpine School District and for Jordan School District. While teaching, she completed a Master's Degree in Education from Utah State University.
Linda faithfully served in many callings for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, particularly in the Primary and Young Women's programs. In 1998, Lowell and Linda served an 18-month mission Melbourne, Australia, where they made several life-long friends.
Linda loved to read. In fact, even after she developed macular degeneration, she continued to read and listen to several books a month. She also loved to travel. She and Lowell traveled to at least 38 countries in every continent and to every state in the U.S. Most of all, Linda loved being a grandmother to 24 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband of 66 years, her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, and by her dear sister, Betty Lorenz of Salt Lake City.
Funeral services will take place Friday, July 23, 2021 at 10:00 am at the South Mountain 7th Ward, 272 E. Traverse Point Rd, Draper. Visitations will be held on Thursday, July 22 from 6:00-8:00 pm and on Friday from 9:00-9:45, prior to the services, both at the church location. Interment will follow the services in the Provo City Cemetery.
The family would like to express sincere appreciation for the kindness and service provided by Intermountain Home and Hospice. -
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Dean Hodson
August 18, 2021
Dear Brother Baum,
I remember our fun time together serving in Australia. you two were great contributors to the work there and Pam and I loved you both. My deepest sympathy to you at this time.
Roy & Kathy Evans
July 24, 2021
We are so sorry to hear of Linda's passing, You Two were always friendly and supportive. Our prayers are with you and your family. Love Roy & Kathy
Mark Mickelsen
July 23, 2021
I was so very sorry to hear about Linda´s passing, Lowell. A lifetime together is never enough, but I sincerely hope your memories will give you comfort as time goes on.
Kim Chapman
July 22, 2021
I will always remember Linda as being the sweetest aunt with her beautiful smile. She always seemed happy to see us when we would visit and she made the effort to support us in our big family moments like weddings of us and our children. It was always nice to get a visit from Linda and Lowell. I will dearly miss her! Sending love to the whole family.
Jolene Beckstead
July 21, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. Linda has always been a wonderful person. Love you.
Kenneth Pugmire
July 21, 2021
Lowell, I didn't know Linda but I remember you with great fondness when you lived in our Willow Creek neighborhood. She sounds like an elect lady and our sympathy goes to you and your family. Ken and Sue Ann Pugmire
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