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Michael Eugene Baerman, of O’Fallon, MO, passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at the age of 59. Mike was born on September 21,1965 in St. Louis, MO and attended Ritenour High School.
Beloved husband of Gina Baerman (nee: White); cherished son of Arthur (Sue) Baerman and Janet (late Mike) Reigle. Loving father of Bryan Tyler (Kimberly) Coleman, Holly Baerman and Alyssa Coleman; loving grandfather of Camila Coleman; dear brother of Christine Saffa, Elaine (Jerry) Botkin, Scott (Chris) Dunigan and Bryan (Tashia) Reigle. Beloved uncle and cousin to many family members.
Mike and Gina shared a wonderful 17 years of marriage together. He embodied the true spirit of a family man as a provider and protector for his family and those he loved.
Mike worked at Spire (Laclede) Gas company for nearly 30 years before retiring in 2019. He enjoyed spending his time working on home renovations, fishing, hunting and gardening. He was a remarkable swimmer on his High School swimming team.
Though Mike may no longer be with us in body, his spirit will live on in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know him. He will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosever believeth in him should not perish but have everlasting life – John 3:16
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