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Keith Edward Bauman

1940 - 2025

Keith Edward Bauman obituary, 1940-2025, Coulterville, CA

BORN

1940

DIED

2025

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Terzich & Wilson Cremation-Funeral Home

225 Rose St

Sonora, California

Keith Bauman Obituary

Keith Edward Bauman

February 29, 1940 - October 21, 2025

Coulterville, California - Keith Edward Bauman, 85, born February 29, 1940, passed away on October 21, 2025 in Coulterville, CA. He was a wonderful son, husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend to so many. He leaves behind his wife, Helen, sons Jeffrey Bauman (Ada) of Cameron Park, CA, and Steven Bauman (Karla) of Rockwell, TX. He was "Chicken Pop" to his four grandchildren Isabelle, Gabrielle, Tyler and Nicholas. Keith is also survived by his brother, Dennis Bauman, and sister, Karen Cardoza. He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Bauman, and mother, Betty Bauman Mason.

Keith was manager of Modesto's First Federal Credit Union for 40 years and retired in 2000. He was an avid outdoorsmen who loved to hunt and fish. He was a lover of all animals, especially his dogs and all the wildlife and birds on their property. The family ranch in Coulterville had been Keith's home for 52 years and is where he and his beloved wife of 60 years cherished spending their time with family and friends.

A private family service will be held to honor Keith's life. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the SPCA of Mariposa County at mariposaspca.org

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Modesto Bee from Oct. 24 to Nov. 5, 2025.

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Sheila Purser

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Helen and family I am so sorry for your loss. I so enjoyed my years working for Keith at the Credit Union and I always wanted to stop by the ranch when I passed by. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
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Duane Nelson

October 25, 2025

Condolences to entire family. Keith was a wonderful man to know.

Kathy (Chisamore) Gladney

October 25, 2025

Keith was always friendly, caring and helpful through TelePaco. R.I.P. Dear friend and Thank you.

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