Benjamin Paul Baum

February 3, 1955 - January 7, 2025

Miami Beach, Florida - Benjamin Paul Baum - loving husband, generous friend, and dedicated community member - led his life with enthusiasm, and it is with profound sadness that we share his passing on January 7, 2025 at age 69. Ben was the beloved husband of Carol, cherished twin brother to Avrum (Traci), and younger brother to Janet. His nieces and nephews Sarah Tralins and Darius (Meike), Sorsha, Noah, and Caspian Baum will carry the Olympic Torch forward in his memory.

Born in Cocoa Beach, FL, Ben attended North Miami Beach Senior High School and proudly graduated from the University of Florida with a BS in Industrial Engineering. While employed in engineering and finance at FP&L Company, he earned both his Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) and Master of Engineering (M.S.I.E.) degrees from the University of Miami. He later joined UBS as a FINRA registered Wealth Advisor and attained his CFP®, ultimately serving as a Senior Vice President in Wealth Management at UBS. Ben's prolific career was mirrored by his extracurricular swimming success; he won multiple medals in the U.S. Masters Swimming freestyle and butterfly races.

Ben deeply loved Carol and embraced every moment spent with her. He was passionate about the Olympics and USA Swimming, golf, and the Gator Gamers. Our cherished memories with Ben range from carving packed powder on Aspen Mountain with his friends and cheering on the Gators (YO YO YO!) to shmoozing over stone crabs and fried chicken at Joe's. He was beloved by so many, and gave so much to others.

Lane 4 is all yours, Ben, and may it glow with Dolly Dust. Team USA forever.

A service will be held in honor of Ben's life at Temple Judea, 5500 Granada Blvd., Coral Gables, FL 33146 on Thursday, January 9 at 3:00 p.m. (livestream available). The family requests that donations be made in memory of Ben to USA Swimming at https://www.usaswimming.org/foundation/giving/make-a-donation.

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Published by the Miami Herald from Jan. 7 to Jan. 8, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for Benjamin Baum

11 Entries

Cassandra earle

February 2, 2025

Ben was always more than a work related person. I considered him a friend as well. When my husband died, Ben would often call & make sure i was OK & remind me that " he carried my flag". Thanks to him, he helped to make my life easier after Bill´s passing with his continued emotional support!

Zoë Ann Lewis MD

January 10, 2025

As an owner at La Gorce for many years while Ben served on the board, I came to know him. He was always a cheerful presence and appreciated his role and respected others. I knew he was ill, but he did bring that into conversation, and did not let illness stop him from enjoying his life to the fullest. My condolences to his wife Carol and his family. RIP.

James Lazear

January 9, 2025

BMF

Luz Gil

January 9, 2025

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Luz Gil

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teresa ancona

January 8, 2025

Dear Family ,

As an owner at La Gorce for many years , I knew Ben .
He was always a sharing and caring individual and had this building and the people who lived here and worked here in his heart .
A devoted Olympian forever with his memorable license plates to reflect his desire to share that special event .....that was a passion . I was so pleased to hear that he did make it to Paris . I heard of his passing this evening and was shocked and saddened . He never let on about his challenge and remained positive about everything . My deepest sympathies to all of you and I will say a prayer for Ben this eve . With warmest regards

Moe Lipp

January 8, 2025

BMF

Belinda Forman

January 8, 2025

Ben, I cannot express how grateful I am for you. I will never forget when you helped me hike on the mountain. I made that hike and I am still here today because of you. You will be forever in my heart. Rest in peace my friend. You are a champion and forever my hero. Bel

Reed Helman

January 8, 2025

His memory and huge heart will stay with us forever! Rest but keep swimming my brother!BMF

gary opper

January 8, 2025

My Dear Ben, Words alone can never express our collective loss. May your memory be our blessing forever. BMF!

Sheila and Tom Metzler

January 7, 2025

We send our deepest sympathies to our dear friend Carol and Ben´s families. Ben´s dry wit and enthusiastic spirit defined his character. Carol and Ben enjoyed so many travel experiences together! He was determined to be part of the Paris Olympics! We have several memories that make us chuckle and laugh out loud. His overwhelming knowledge and support for the US Olympic swim teams could not be matched. I will never forget his recent comment when faced with the reality of his illness; (words we all should live by)
"There is no crying in baseball!" Peace sweet friend!

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