Michael A. Daum

1973 - 2024

Michael A. Daum obituary, 1973-2024, Plainfield, IN

Michael A. Daum

1973 - 2024

BORN

1973

DIED

2024

Michael Daum Obituary

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Michael A. Daum, 51, of Plainfield, passed away on November 17, 2024. He was born in Indianapolis on May 10, 1973 to Robert and Linda Daum. Mike was the Co-Owner of Daum Trucking. He enjoyed golfing and throwing darts on Tuesday nights at the Plainfield Eagles #3207. Mike liked watching his oldest son, Mikey play the piano and the drums. He enjoyed helping his youngest son, Zach with golfing. Mike liked spending time at his house in Marco Island. He also had a love for music, cars and stereo systems. Mike was a member of the Plainfield Eagles #3207 and the Country Club of Indianapolis. He was preceded in death by his mother, Linda Daum. Visitation will be Thursday, November 21, 2024 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm in St. Susanna Catholic Church (1210 E. Main Street, Plainfield, IN 46168). A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, November 22, 2024 at 11:00 am in the church. Burial will follow in Maple Hill Cemetery. Survivors include his father, Robert Daum; wife, Katie Daum; sons, Mikey and Zach Daum; step-son, Keaton McLouth. Brothers, Doug (Karen) and Mark (Lisa) Daum. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to St. Susanna Catholic Church Capital Improvements (1210 E. Main Street, Plainfield, IN 46168).

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