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Mary Jo Benedetti
March 3, 2022
You were such a wonderful friend. An email popped up today and I had to look up your obit. Love in heaven. Your and earth angel to your family
Laura Smith
April 11, 2021
It never gets easier, you are always missed! I gave Maizy Lou a kiss and cuddle in honor of her Great Grandma. I Love You Mom, Always!
Laura Smith
April 11, 2020
Dear Mom,
Your obituary was in my email this morning. I miss and Love you everyday. I gather my strength from you. I see you in my children. In July I hope to see you in my first grandprincess. I can't even fathom not being able to call you and sharing in tears..hi Great Grandma! You are Never Forgotten Mom!
Victoria Williams
April 22, 2009
Bill,
Words can not express the sadness that I fell. But with that being said I know Mare is in a better place. A perfect place. She is waiting for us to join her in the place called Heaven. When our time comes and the Lord says no. Mare will be next to him and saying Let Them In Lord.
All of you did a great job. What a celebration of her life. And how about stopping traffic, thats our Mare.
I love you all very much.
In Friendship Vicki
Dawn Clatch Fiocchi
April 21, 2009
She was always like our "MOM" too.... The mass was beautiful today just like her warm smile and heart..
Diane and Dan Coughlin
April 21, 2009
Bill, I will always remember Mary Kay with great joy for the times we spent together as kids going to the Dunes. We always looked forward to getting together. I am sure that God has a special place of comfort for her to rest in peace. Our deepest sympathy to you, Laura and Julie and families.
Shirleen Johnson
April 20, 2009
Heaven's garden today is more beautiful than ever because our dearest friend, Mary, is there. Craig & I will miss her so very much. She could make us laugh with such ease: always had a smile. We will miss our dinners and exchanging pictures of our grandkids. Bill, Mary and I many times talked about how lucky we both were marrying such wonderful men like Craig & you. She loved you Bill with all of her heart. She loved you girls and those grandkids were such a joy to Mary. She will be missed by so many people. Bill, Laura and Julie always know that Mary will always be with you. She was loved by so many and will be missed. We loved her too. Love, Shirleen and Craig
Liz Ironside
April 20, 2009
My heart goes out to the Baumer's during this very difficult time. I can remember Mrs. Baumer from LZHS and she always was so nice and had the sweetest smile...I guess I always thought she would be there and am saddened to hear of her passing...May she rest in peace. God Bless you all...
Julie Holland
April 20, 2009
Mary has always been very special to me. What a beautiful and giving person. She was always especially kind to her grand kids.
My heart breaks for Bill, Julie, and Laura at this difficult time. She will be missed by many. Heaven has certainly gained a true lady.
Kathy Warman-Jones
April 20, 2009
The warm smile that greeted you and voice behind the "daily announcements" at LZHS has been promoted and has a new heavenly position. While all of us will feel the loss, we need to celebrate Mary and how she touched each of our lives. Mary was one special lady. My thoughts and prayers are with Bill and Mary's family.
Cathy Hunt
April 20, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with our family, at this very difficult time.
Heaven now has a new, and beautiful angel.
Pam Otzelberger
April 19, 2009
Bill Laura,Julie, and the entire Otzelberger/Baumer family. I am so sorry that you all have to be going through this difficult grief. I know how much you will all miss Mary Kay..She was an awesome woman in so many way...so strong. So beautiful. So happy and giving. We are all so blessed to have known her.
I will never forget her.
Love to you all,
Pam
Mike & Madeleine Leptich
April 19, 2009
Bill,
We are so sorry to hear of Mary's passing. She showed such strength and dignity in fighting this dreadful disease. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jane Conley
April 19, 2009
So sad to lose such a lovely lady at such a young age! We are grateful that we had the priveledge to know her. We send our deepest condolences to the entire family.
Maggie Ortlieb
April 18, 2009
My Aunt Mary was a beautiful woman both inside and out. She was a wonderful example of a strong, big-hearted woman that went above and beyond for her family. Not only was she a great wife, mother, sister, and daughter, but she was also an amazing Aunt. I will miss her dearly and am happy she is finally at peace and reunited with her father!
Laura Baumer-Smith
April 18, 2009
Mom you taught me how to love and were the best example of what to aspire to be in life. I will always love you and I will miss you with all my being. I Love you and you are home. Thank you for being my mom, my hero, my example.
Mike Baumer
April 18, 2009
Mary K was my other big sister. Since the Baumers are a small clan, Mary showed us what having a big family was like. She was always there when we needed her and faced this latest test with courage and dignity. As usual she set a tough example for all of us to follow. The world lost a truly great lady, but we can take solace that she left a lasting positive impression on all those that she touched. I will treasure her memory for the rest of my days.
Dennis/Mary Kreeger
April 18, 2009
Please accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of such a great lady.
Cathy
April 18, 2009
My sister Mary was beautiful, loving, caring, wise, strong, brave and everything a big sister should be. She was an inspiration to us throughout her life and also in death. I miss you so much Mary, you will forever be in my heart.
Gina Benvenuti
April 17, 2009
Mrs. Baumer fought an amazingly courageous battle and will be truly missed. LZHS and the community in general has lost one of the best that there ever was! I'm glad that you are no longer suffering Mrs. B, now you can rest in the Lord's hands. My thoughts and prayers are with the Baumer family.
Kathy Saranzak Riddle
April 17, 2009
LZHS will never be the same without you! You were a heck of a lady and I am so glad to have known you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the Baumer family.
David Sprehe
April 17, 2009
Like all of us at Lake Zurich High School, Mary was the first person we met when we came to the school. Her warm smile and always pleasant manner conveyed a sense of peace and serenity. While we will miss her terribly, we are confident that a loving Lord has taken her back to a place of happiness and comfort.
Don and Pat Berghorn
April 17, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jessica Karner
April 17, 2009
My heart goes out to the Baumer's during this difficult time. I remember Mrs. Baumer from high school and she was always such a kind woman. May she rest in peace.
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