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Adolph Baum Obituary
EAST PEORIA - Adolph "Duke" Richard Baum III, 53, of Browning, and formerly of East Peoria, died Saturday, Sept. 19, 2009, at his home.
He was born March 30, 1956, in Peoria, the son of Adolph R. and Donna R. Parry Baum Jr.
Surviving are his parents, Adolph and Donna Baum Jr. of Beardstown; one son, Tony Baum of Champaign; one daughter, Amber M. Baum of Peoria; two grandchildren, Kamren and Keagan Baum; and one sister, Dawn (husband Tom) Shadrick of Creve Coeur.
Duke graduated from East Peoria High School.
He was a member of Bricklayers Local 6, and he owned and operated Duke Baum Construction.
He was a member of the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission.
He enjoyed music and played bass guitar in the band The Society.
Cremation rites have been accorded. Private family services will be held at a later date.
Memorials have been suggested to the Browning Fire Department.
Sager Funeral Home in Beardstown is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Adolph Baum
Chris Baum
September 25, 2009
Uncle Adolph,Aunt Donna,& Dawn -
Just wanted to say you guys are in our thoughts and have our sympathy. Duke taught me quite a bit and was patient with me when I was learning the trade. Seems not too long ago all the uncles, dad & duke we all worked together, good memories i miss and never will forget. See you guys soon.
Chris & Kerry
Kathie (Williamson) Wasden
September 24, 2009
I don't know where to begin, first of all I am so sorry for the family's loss. I hadn't seen him in many years. I had the biggest crush on Duke when I was 12 or 13. He was a few years older, but we became really good friends over the years. He had such a great smile and a twinkle in his eye. He will be sadly missed.
My most hearfelt sympathy.
Cheryl Blakeman
September 24, 2009
Aunt Donna, Uncle Adolph, & Dawn
I am very saddened to hear about Duke. I have alot of really great memories of him especially all of us on the house boat on the river. I hope you are doing alright. Miss you guys.
Monte Wilson
September 24, 2009
I'm so sorry to hear about Duke. I have a lot of great memories when we were playing in a band together. He'll truly be missed.
Teresa Pilgrim (Potter)
September 23, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about Duke.I have great memories of Duke playing music with my brothers.My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Linda Baker-Bryson
September 23, 2009
I am sorry to hear of your families loss. My prayers are with you. Many years have gone by since we were all kids, but I remember him fondly as I do your family.
laura partee
September 23, 2009
dawn and parents. i just heard about duke last night and it was so sad to hear.i was part of his high school gang.there were 6 of us that got together every day.my husband was always in these club bands with him .i will never forget him pulling up in that little car.i haven`t seen him since i moved to ark. with my husband i`ll never forget him
September 23, 2009
Donna...Our thoughts are with you in this very trying time.
Barney & Rosalie (Parry) Grisham, East Peoria
Geraldine Winter
September 22, 2009
Donna & Abe....Rita and I are soooo sorry to hear about your loss. Quite a few years have gone by since I last seen Duke. I think the last time was when Con Jr. and I went to visit him up at your house on Kerfoot when Tony was just born. Our thoughts and prayers are with your whole family.
Geraldine and Rita Winter
Pat Fluckey Taylor
September 22, 2009
Donna
I wish that I could tell you how sad I am for you your family. Sometimes we have things that happen that are not in the normal, and my friend, this is one of those times. I know that you are surrounded with good friends as well as family.
My prayers are with you and all of your loved ones. I hope that the good memories will soon edge out the pain of these days and I hope that it comes soon. God Bless!!
Gary & Paulette Hand
September 22, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Janice Leininger Petersen Smith
September 22, 2009
My prayes go out to the family and I want you to know what Duke meant to us. He came to Morton by way of summer school in East Peoria and Al Petersen. We had so much fun and great times together. I will never forget Duke.
Don and Vicki Schafbuch
September 22, 2009
Dear Abe and Donna...
This is a poem that I received from a friend when Darin was killed ... and want to share it with you. Our thoughts are with you through this difficult and heart wrenching time.
"I'll lend you for a little time a child of Mine, He Said,
For you to love while he lives
and mourn for when he's dead.
It may be six or seven years, or fifty-two or three,
But will you, till I call him back, take care of him for Me?
I cannot promise he will stay, since all from earth returns,
But there are lessons taught down there I want this child to learn.
I've looked the wide world over
in my search for teachers true,
And from the throngs that crowd life's lanes, I have selected you.
He'll bring his charms to gladden you,
and shall his stay be brief,
You'll have his lovely memories as solace for your grief.
I fancied then I heard them say:
Dear Lord They Will Be Done,
For all the joy Thy child shall bring, the risk of grief will run.
We'll shelter him with tenderness ...
we'll love him while we may,
And for the happiness we've known, ... forever grateful stay.
But shall the angels call for him
much sooner than we'd planned,
We'll brace the bitter grief that comes ... and try to understand."
Author Unknown
Charles Fleck
September 22, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Craig Stoker
September 22, 2009
Duke was allways a good friend. Sorry for your loss.
Duke & Belinda Oetzel
September 22, 2009
Our prayers are with all of the family at this time. We shared a friendship and alot of good times years ago.
Pat Martin
September 22, 2009
I am so sorry. 53 is far too young. I have thought and prayed for you often over the years. We go back a long way to Kerfoot. My prayers are with you.
Mary Ratledge
September 22, 2009
To the family and friends of "Duke". I'm sorry for your loss. He will always be in your hearts and memories.
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