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John Baum Obituary
John E. Baum, age 64, a Two Rivers resident, died on Monday afternoon, October 19, 2015 at River's Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc, surrounded by his family and friends.
John was born on April 25, 1951 in Two Rivers, son of the late Alfred and Dolores (Allie) Baum. He was a graduate of Two Rivers Washington High School with the class of 1969. On June 23, 1973 he married the former Kay Keller at Holy Innocents Catholic Church in Manitowoc. The couple owned and operated Frame Works in Two Rivers for 25 years. He worked for Hamilton Manufacturing from 1972 until he had to retire in 2008 due to illness. John enjoyed fishing, hunting and was an avid outdoors man, as well as a member of the Lakeshore Sea Kayak Club.
Survivors include his wife: Kay Baum, Two Rivers; two brothers and sisters-in-law: Charles and Mary Baum, Mazomanie, WI, William and Mary Alice Baum, White Sulphur Springs, WV; and a special niece: Phuong Baum, as well as other nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by one brother: Edward Baum.
Cremation has taken place at All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, and a Celebration of John's Life will take place on Sunday, October 25, 2015 at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. The family will greet relatives and friends from 1:00 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. At 2:30 p.m. everyone is welcome to share memories of John's Life.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to either the ALS Association - Wisconsin Chapter or the Lakeshore Humane Society.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.kleinandstangel.com.
The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Heartland Hospice and the nurses and staff at River's Bend for the kindness and excellent care they extended to John and his family.
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Memories and Condolences
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Kristeen Parizek
December 5, 2015
So sorry for your loss. I spent many days playing with "Johnny" in our backyard growing up next to him. He was a great individual. My prayers are with you.
mike Hirvela
October 28, 2015
Thinking back to all those good times on 13th Street. Was it that long ago? Godspeed, John.
October 24, 2015
My sincerest sympathy. May the God of all comfort strengthen your family during this time of sorrow. Those who die God keeps in his memory because he cares, they are precious in his eyes. Psalms:116:15
Brenda and Curt Reese
October 23, 2015
Katie, We wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you and your family.
Chuck Scaffidi, Class of 69
October 23, 2015
Rest in peace John. My sympathies to your family.
c thomas
October 23, 2015
PLEASE KNOW I AM THINKING OF YOU AT THIS MOST DIFFICULT TIME.LOOK TO GOD FOR COMFORT.2COR1:2-4
Paula Christensen
October 22, 2015
May the Love of God and the sweet Angels surround you at this time of sorrow. Rest in Peace John...Kay you and your family are in my thoughts and Prayers!
Ronele Kohls - Sousek
October 22, 2015
You don't ever forget the neighborhood kids you grew up with! God bless the Baum family!
October 21, 2015
he was a good coworker and friend prayer fo r you kay from linda9 klabunde (KRUCK) and brian kruck
Phuong K Baum
October 21, 2015
Many hugs and kisses to you Auntie Kaytie. I so wish I could be there in person to honor Uncle John's spirit. He will surely be missed by many. Love, Phuong
October 21, 2015
Many hugs and kisses to my Auntie Kaytie. Uncle John will be missed so much by everyone. Love, Phuong
Carolynne Younk
October 21, 2015
Dear Kay and family, I don't know if you remember be as I was the Director of Health Care Services for the Muscular Dystrophy Association when John was first diagnosed with ALS. This is a long and hard journey for all and I am so very sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts. Carolynne Younk, ALS Association
Jennie smith
October 21, 2015
RIP John, Always good to see you at Hamilton's. Sorry to hear of your passing. My sympathy to your family from a former co worker at Hamilton's too
Ruth & Harold Rehrauer
October 21, 2015
Our condolences to Kay and John's brothers - we remember John well and will keep him in our prayers
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