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David Bapst Obituary
David A. Bapst, age 62, of Crown Point, IN, passed away Wednesday, November 21, 2007. Dave will be sadly missed by his wife, Kathie (nee Callaway); daughter, Julie (Mark) Dwyer of Munster, IN; son, Jeffrey (Lisa) Bapst of Lafayette, IN; grandpa's five little yahoos: Katie, Jake, Luke, Nathan and Aubrey; one brother, Karl (Nancy) Bapst; one sister, Claudia (Edward) Zarndt; sister-in-law, Marianne (Tom) Gaio; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents: Claude and Bertha Bapst. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, November 26, 2007 at 11:30 a.m. DIRECTLY at St. Mary Catholic Church, 321 E. Joliet Street, Crown Point, IN with Rev. Patrick Kalich officiating. Burial at Calumet Park Cemetery, Merrillville, IN. Family and friends are invited to gather at Kuiper Funeral Home, 9039 Kleinman Road (two blocks South of Ridge Road), Highland, IN on Sunday from 2:00-8:00 p.m. David's career spanned over 30 years in the steel industry. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and an avid golfer. David cherished family and friends and lived life to the fullest. He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather.
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December 4, 2007
Kathie
David reads The Times quite often and saw the announcement about Dave. We are both saddened to hear this news. We have wonderful HHS memories and you and I before that. May your memories of all your years together help ease your pain and loneliness.
Bill & Vickie Rigden
November 25, 2007
We are sadden by Daves passing. Our prayers and sympathy go out to you and your family.
Michele May Munson
November 25, 2007
Julie and family,
I am so sorry for your unexpected loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
With Love,
JR and Michele Munson
Ronald Baker
November 25, 2007
Kathy--our sympathy and prayers are with you and your family at this very sad time. Dave will be missed by all and remembered fondly by us. Ron and Debby
Pete and Hedy Ballestero
November 24, 2007
Kathie, We are so saddened to hear Dave passed away. We have such good memories of him. He and Pete were such good friends for so many years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jack Finlayson
November 24, 2007
My sympathies and prayers to the Bapst family. I had the honor of working with Dave for a couple years. Not only was Dave dedicated to his work but most importantly to his family. Dave will be missed because of the good memories that he made and shared with each of us.
Melissa Arevalo
November 23, 2007
Kathie,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. May God bless and watch over you and your family in your time of need. If you need anything please don't hesitate to let me know.
John Hochstetler
November 23, 2007
Jeff, we were saddened by the news of your father's passing. Know that you and your family our in our prayers.
Vincent Kostoff
November 23, 2007
I am very sorry for your loss. I have worked with Dave over the years at Burns Harbor. He was a great man to work with. He will be missed.
Debby Domka
November 23, 2007
Kathie, Jeff, Julie, Mark and Lisa: I was so sorry to learn of your loss. My heart goes out to all of you at this time and in the days ahead.
Patty Jo Stewart
November 23, 2007
Kathy & Family, I am so sorry for your loss, especially during this holiday season. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Robert Kovacek
November 23, 2007
I'm so sorry for your loss. Our family has suffered many great losses this year. Dave was too young to be included. I will pray for him.
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