Michael -Baumgartner-Obituary

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Michael G Baumgartner

Scotch Plains, New Jersey

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DIED
March 4, 2018
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Scotch Plains, New Jersey

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Rossi Funeral Home - Scotch Plains Obituary

Michael G. Baumgartner died Sunday, March 4, 2018 at Overlook Hospital in Summit NJ. A Funeral Mass will be offered on Saturday, March 10, 2018 10am at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Mountainside. Interment to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington NJ. Visitation will be on Friday March 9, 2018 from 4-8pm at the Rossi Funeral Home, 1937 Westfield Avenue Scotch Plains.

Born in Newark, raised in Irvington & Mountainside, Michael settled to Jersey City in ’99 with his wife Elba. He was a 1980 graduate of Johnson Dayton Regional High School, graduated Kean College with a B.A. in English and received a certificate in Computer Technology form Chubb Institute. Michael was the V.P of Technology Management for 19 years with Merrill Lynch & Bank of America. He was charismatic, a big practical joker, family man and helped anyone he could. Michael loved to travel, physical fitness, cared for his employees and he had a big heart full of love always willing to give.

Michael is predeceased by his father Ronald ’09. He is survived by his beloved wife Elba Rojas; cherished mother Dolores (nee Mroska); loving brothers John, Stephen and James (Heather); caring niece and nephews Heather, John Jr., Stephan, Ryan and Tristan. He is also survived by many friends.

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I was just sitting at my desk at work, and went way, way back in time...I remember John Baumgartner, who was four days younger than me, born on the day "I Want To Hold Your Hand" was released. I remember both our mother's were named Dee. I used to visit, and we would play games and sports. I'm sorry to learn of your passing Mike; you and John used to call me "Jimmy Buff", and it took me 30 years to figure out what that meant!...fond memories..I am sorry that, in looking you up, you have moved...

It is hard to believe it's coming on two years since your passing, Mike. Though you were in my life peripherally, my life was definitely better with you in it than without you. I miss your friendship and your kindness. I keep turning back to our conversations about travel, and how you kept delaying some of it, as you were "working all the time." in your words. I'm glad you did get some travel in. I'm still trying to get to the places in the Caribbean that you did visit and described to...

I realize that this is a very belated entry but I just found out about this through a mutual friend with whom both Michael and I both worked at Bank of America Merrill Lynch. I am absolutely shocked and devastated by Michael's death. He was a wonderful person, intelligent, compassionate and loyal and one of the greatest managers for whom I ever worked in my 30-year career as an IT developer. I will never forget when my wife died in 2007 and Michael dropped everything at work and took the...

I just became aware of this, and am in shock and disbelief. I met Michael in late 1991 when we both worked at UPS in Mahwah. After I left in 1992, he and I managed to stay in contact every year, whether it was a phone call, a luncheon, a visit, or a trip somewhere in New Jersey. I remember Michael as someone who spent much of his spare time helping others. He renovated buildings in Jersey City, to help improve the neighborhood and provide housing. He was involved with an African-American...

Sometimes the people we love the most in this world disappear before we get to say our final goodbye or I love you. But those we hold closest to our hearts never truly leave us they live on forever in the joy that they gave our lives. May love and healing flow into your world bringing you and your family comfort and peace.
With Heartfelt Sympathy, Marisa & Paul

With my deepest condolences he'll always be your angel......

My deepest condolences to Elba, family, close friends and partners for your loss. I worked for Michael this last year and called him my best client - it was truly a joy to work for him.

My sympathy to Michael's family, especially his mother Delores. I remember watching all four boys growing up. Love from cousin Ron Rapczynski

Deepest condolences to wife & family. Mike was my aunt's landlord and my boyfriend sometimes worked for him. I didn't know him well but all I ever heard were great things. May he RIP and may his family and friends find comfort in knowing Mike made differences in all the lives he touched.
Sincerely
Maldonado, Agosto & Colon families