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Jared Baer Obituary
On May 15, 1990, Jared was born in Marion, Ohio, the son of William "Dan" and Sheryl (Brady) Baer. He was raised in Mount Gilead, and graduated from Mount Gilead High School in the Class of 2008.
Shortly after graduating, Jared enlisted in the U. S. Army, and after several months of tests and waiting he was disappointed to learn he was unable to serve due to a heart murmur.
The most favorite day of every year for Jared was opening day of duck season, "the kid wouldn't sleep" he would be so excited. He was an avid hunter, who took every opportunity he could to hunt no matter the season.
Inheriting a love for fishing from his "fishing buddy," his Grandpa Brady, Jared always looked forward to casting a line. They often enjoyed going to Candlewood Lake to fish.
Very adventuresome, Jared would try nearly any outdoor activity "with anyone he could con into going with him," such as the special kayaking trip he took with his cousin, Jesse.
For the last few years, Jared had worked in construction. He was a life member of the AmVets Post 87 of Mount Gilead, and was formerly "a cub scout for umpteen years."
For nearly the past year, Jared has enjoyed the companionship of his girlfriend, Leah Knutsen of Marion, and her son, Keaton, whom he was buddies with.
Jared was becoming a caring and outgoing young man, whom his family was very proud of.
He will be dearly missed by his parents, Dan and Sherry Baer of Mount Gilead; his sister, Amy Baer; maternal grandparents, Carl and Shirley Brady of Mount Gilead; paternal grandfather, Arnold Baer of Mount Gilead; paternal grandmother, Barbara Shaw of Walnut Creek; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends.
The Baer family will greet friends from 4 - 8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 9, 2010, at the Snyder Funeral Home, Craven Chapel, 67 N. Main St., Mount Gilead. Services honoring his life will be held there on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m., with his uncle, Pastor Rob Ratcliff officiating. Burial will follow in Bryn Zion Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Ducks Unlimited, and they may be sent to the funeral home. For those wishing to express their condolences to Jared's family, you may do so online by visiting www.snyderfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jared Baer
Kim & Andy Lauer
November 15, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
November 13, 2010
So sorry for your loss, thinking of you and your family.
mandy Snyder
November 13, 2010
i hurt to see him like that wain i call out there to the car acc rips man
Rose Pierce
November 11, 2010
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. I remember Cody and Jared in cub scouts together and watching them play when i came over to do ceramics at his grandmas.
Jessica (Baer) Hall
November 10, 2010
Uncle Danny-Aunt Sherry- Cousin Amy- What a week it has been since we found out. I still have very vivid memories of us when we were younger. I still can picture us driving little jeeps down the driveway and playing in the front room. I miss you all tremendously and my heart cries out to you at this harsh time. It's hard to think about it as he is 3 years younger than me... Just know if you ever need anything, I am here for you. He will be dearly missed. We will be seeing you soon and I can't wait for you to meet my little boy. He is as ornery as they come... and carries the Baer genes well. Love you all so much!
November 10, 2010
Our hearts break for you. We know how hard it is to lose a child. You will be in our prayers
Holly Roush-Mendez
November 10, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. I didn't know Jared that well but met him a few times. He is a very caring young man whom changed Leah's life in so many good ways. Your family is in my prayers.
Sabrina Reed
November 10, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. I got the privilege to know jared my freshman year at MGHS. He had the most gorgeous eyes. He was a lot of fun to eat lunch with. You and your family are in my prayers and I am truly sorry for your loss.
November 10, 2010
So sorry for your loss Sheryl and Dan. My heart goes out to everyone.
Debbie Williamson
Cardington
Jessie Owen
November 10, 2010
I'm so sorry for this loss. I went to Tri Rivers with Jared. We spent most of our Sr. year there together with a few others. One thing I will never be able to forget, is the way he was alway sooooo happy, no matter what. Any problem just seemed to roll off him. There are alot of great memories that i cant forget. again im sorry... I know everyone will think of jared often.
Leigh-Anna Snider
November 9, 2010
I may not have been close to Jared but he was truley a great person, one of my favorite memories of him was freshman science class i managed to singe his eyebrows and arm hair off with a bunson burner. He never let me forget it either. He will be greatly missed
Dorothy Owens
November 9, 2010
I am very sorry for your lose, i will keep all family and friends in my prayers....
Sheena Arthur
November 9, 2010
I am very sorry for everyone's loss... I will pray for the entire family and all friends....
Jackie Terry
November 9, 2010
"Soooooo Sorry.....i will keep you guys in my prayers, and he was a good kid....i remember playin with him when i came over to Aunt Jean's house. He will be truely missed! Again i am sooo sorry....
Tiffany Shears
November 9, 2010
i am so very sorry for your lose jared was a good guy and very kind, i want to school with him at tri-rivers. he was one of the sweetest people i have ever met. your family and friends have my prayers. he will be missed dearly by alot.
Jackieq Terry
November 9, 2010
Soooooo Sorry.....i will keep you guys in my prayers, and he was a good kid....i remember playin with him when i came over to Aunt Jean's house. He will be truely missed! Again i am sooo sorry....
Shalissa Myers
November 9, 2010
Jared was one of the greatest guys I've ever known. He was always there if you needed a hug or someone to get you out of a bad mood. I'm glad I got to work with him. He will be greatly missed and his smile will never be forgotten by anyone who was graced with his presence. I'm sorry for your loss.
whittney marteney
November 9, 2010
i had the opportunity of serving with jared on the Tri-Rivers FFA team he made every moment great. there was never a dual moment with him he always had a smile on his face and a twinkle in his eye he will be dearly missed. your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Baylee Smith
November 9, 2010
I was so shocked and sad to hear of Jared's death. I am so sorry for your loss :( I still remember when he and I used to play at the Candlewood pool together all the time. I know for a fact he is in a better place now, for he was one of the nicest guys I've ever met. May he rest in peace and may your hearts heal soon <3
Laura Denman
November 9, 2010
Dan and sherry i am truly sorry for your loss i remeber jared when he was just a little thing, always on his daddy's shirt tail in the garage helping. he was a great kid God Bless you and Your family.
Dustin Harmon
November 9, 2010
i am so sorry for your lose jared was a good man i want to tri-rivers with him and he made class very fun and i will miss him very much. r.i.p jared
Dustin Harmon
November 9, 2010
i am so sorry for your lose jared was a good guy and very nice i want to school with him at tri-rivers and he made class very fun and he will be missed very much
Madison Mallett
November 9, 2010
I had the privllage of knowing through school at tri-rivers. He made going through the halls fun. He will be missed he made my days a little brighter! he certainly made FFA interesting as well he was a very nice man and always went out of his way to make me laugh and smile! jared you will be missed!
November 9, 2010
I am so very sorry for your lose! I know what it's like to lose a child and it's not easy. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jocelyn Koozer
November 9, 2010
My sincere sympathy to you during this tragic loss.
The Lord is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my buckler, and the horn on my salvation, and my high tower. Psalm 18:2
Jenny Abraham
November 9, 2010
I didn't know Jared, but it sounds like he'll be missed by many. It's a shame that his life had to end so soon. I'm very sorry for your loss.
Haley Caldwell
November 9, 2010
Our prayers are with you. Im so sorry to hear about your loss. Jared was a very nice young man. He will be truly missed. The Caldwell Family (Jessica Caldwell, Haley Caldwell and Cheryl Caldwell)
Mary Lundquist
November 9, 2010
I didn't know jared, but from what i read and hear, it sounds like he was a very special young man. My thoughts and prayers go out to all his family and friends. My thoughts and prayers go out to leah and her family.
David Jackson
November 8, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May God bless and keep you in his loving embrace in this time of sorrow. I will keep you in my prayers.
Crystal Rogers-Pierce
November 8, 2010
Although I haven't seen Jared for years, he had left imprints in my memories. He was maybe 8 years old last I saw him, but I remember thinking that he was such a great boy that I hoped my son would be very similar to him. Very handsome with his bright eyes, extremely thoughtful for a boy of his age and had a STRONG passion for his outdoorsy adventures. I remember seeing him on the floor talkin, playin, smilin with his baby sister, so gentle,caring and protective.That image is what flashes into my head when I think of Jared. He had a lot of heart. My sympathy goes out to his family and friends.
Marie Mounts
November 8, 2010
I am so sorry for the loss of your son, brother, grandson, cousin and nephew. I know he will be missed by everyone. God Bless each and everyone of you.
Sheena Hummell
November 8, 2010
I worked with Jared at Town Pump and was very lucky to consider him a friend. I am very sorry for your loss! I wish you nothing but comfort in all of the memories of Jared, your family is in my thoughts and prayers!
Jay & Carol Miller
November 8, 2010
We are neighbors of the Knutsons and have known Leah for many years. We are so thankful that we had the chance to meet Jared. He always had a smile on his face. We are so sorry for your loss.
Jackie Blanton
November 8, 2010
I too did not know Jared but he must have been a very special young man to have touched the lives of his friends so. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Connie Fritz
November 8, 2010
Sherry and family just know that you are in my thoughts and prayers wishing you comfort at this time of great loss i will help out in any way i can take care!
netta scott
November 8, 2010
To the Baer family so sorry for your loss I never met Jared but his Uncle Tim always spoke good about him. My sympathy goes out to his family. Netta Scott (Mansfield,Ohio)
kellee Bennett
November 8, 2010
I did not know your son,but I'm so sorry for your loss.My son Michael was killed when he was 15yrs old.The tears now will turn to smiles in the future.My deepest sypathy.
Bonnie anshutz
November 8, 2010
Thinking of you in your time of sorrow.
Julie Denney
November 8, 2010
Although I did not know Jared, I am a friend of the Knutson family and I am very sorry for your loss. God's comfort to your heart at this time.
Somer Goodrich
November 8, 2010
So sorry for your loss!
Audrey Mesaros-Gale
November 8, 2010
A very handsome young man indeed. A tragic loss this is.
Laura Blankenship
November 8, 2010
Jared was one of my favorite students - I was his school librarian when he was little. He was such a quiet and polite young man with a heart of gold. Although Jared was here for such a brief time, he influenced others in such a positive way. I will remember him always.
Tim and Connie Pack
November 8, 2010
Forever loved, and never forgotten. Looking forward to seeing you again some day Jared
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