JAMES A. "JIM" BALDAUF

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Marion Nelson Funeral Home - Lake Wales

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Lake Wales, Florida

JAMES BALDAUF Obituary

JAMES A. 'JIM'
BALDAUF, 92

WINTER HAVEN - James A. 'Jim' Baldauf of Winter Haven passed away Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at Good Shepherd Hospice in Auburndale.
He was born January 11, 1925 in Anderson, IN to the late Earl & Lillian Baldauf; he came to Lake Wales from Findley, OH in 1956. He was an engineer and former president at Flamingo Tile and a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army. He was an active member of Grace Lutheran Church of Winter Haven, where he served on the Board of Directors, as an Elder and in the choir. He also served on the Board of Directors at Grace Lutheran School for over 25 years. Jim was very active in the Lake Wales community, serving on the city commission, as a past mayor and on the planning board. He was a former Chairman of the Board of Directors at the Passion Play Amphitheatre. He was a past commander of the V.F.W., trustee of Webber College, past president and charter member of the Lake Wales Breakfast Rotary Club. Jim was also a former mayor of Highland Park and an avid fisherman.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Robert Baldauf. Survivors include his wife, Marion E. Baldauf; daughters, Cynthia O'Neal (Bruce) of Woodstock, GA, Patricia Hargrove (James) of Kissimmee and Elizabeth Hayes (Pete) of Austin, TX; sister, Ruth Tyack of Columbus, OH; brother, Thomas Baldauf of Anderson, IN; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, February 27, 2017 at Grace Lutheran Church in Winter Haven with Pastor Charles Reich officiating. For those who wish, donations may be sent to Grace Lutheran Church School Endowment Fund, Grace Lutheran Church or Good Shepherd Hospice. Condolences may be sent to the family at
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Published by The Ledger from Feb. 24 to Feb. 25, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for JAMES BALDAUF

11 Entries

BRENDA GLENN REINECKE

March 17, 2017

Bonnie, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Father. Unfortunately, I know your pain only too well, as we lost my beloved Dad last March 2016. I still miss him immensely, such a void when I go home to visit, but I know he's enjoying his talks w/JESUS!! I'm praying for you lady. Take care of yourself! Hugs, Brenda PS (Living out of state I tend to get the news much later than most).

Devon

February 27, 2017

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Sally Bassett

February 26, 2017

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Rob Baldauf

February 26, 2017

Aunt Marion, Cynthia, Patty & Beth, We are sorry to hear about the death of Uncle Jim. He was a true and wise man and will be greatly missed by all who loved him. I will always remember family weekends at Crooked Lake and holiday gatherings at the Highlands Park Home. He was blessed to have a long life, a wonderful family and many friends. All of our love to you and the family. Rob, Tammy, Tanner & Ema

Mike and Evelynn O'Neal

February 26, 2017

For Jim's family and many friends,
The fact that this time will come for all of us doesn't make it any easier. Please take comfort in knowing that his was a long life well lived. It was our pleasure and privilege to have known him and please accept our most heartfelt sympathy for your loss.

Tyack's

February 26, 2017

The Ruth Tyack family extends many prayers and thoughts to Marion and the family during this great loss. Jim is a special man and will always be respected and cherished in our memories.

Lori Reese

February 25, 2017

Jim was loved and respected by the genuine of his life, the truth of his advice, his unselfish actions and values he lived by. It was a pleasure to work with him and know him as a trusted friend. His life enhanced mine and so many others.

Jim Gladstone

February 24, 2017

Dear Baldauf Family,
Jim was one of the first of many great folks I met when I became Cantor at Grace Church in 1979.
A faithful choir member, he was respected & beloved by all. May Christ be your comfort & hope. As we sing in Vaughan Williams' great Hymn (FOR ALL THE SAINTS), "we feebly struggle, he in glory shines!"

Bob & Lorraine Pergande

February 24, 2017

Our deepest sympathy to Marion and family.Jim was an outstanding Christian man that not only "talked the talk, but walked the walk", a true inspiration. He will be missed.

STEVE WILSON

February 24, 2017

Just want to let you know Marion, Cynthia, Party, and Beth, we and our Community, have all of You, in our thoughts, Prayers. Our Community, had the privilege of having his leadership for a long period of time. Interesting how many of our Leaders in our Community, came from Indiana, at that time. For instance, George Willamson, Your Dad, and Uncle Bob, my Dad, Dave Wilson, Tom Bishop, Jim Wilkinson, Bob McKeeman. Our Community, was truly Blessed by the Gentlemen, to have chosen to settle, and raise their Families here, in Lake Wales. Blessed to have he and your Mom, in our lives. I know my parents enjoyed their years of Friendship.

Sandy Scruggs

February 24, 2017

Condolence to the family. Great person for the country and his community with his service

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