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Jeremy Baumhower Obituary
Jeremy J. Baumhower, age 43, of West Toledo, passed away on Friday, June 7, 2019 at the Cleveland Clinic of complications from influenza. He was born on July 10, 1975 to David J. and Sue Ann M. (Zunk) Baumhower in Toledo.
Left to continue his legacy are Jeremy's parents, Dave and Sue; fiancé, Heather Unsinger; five children, Mackenzie, Braden, Kacee, Joeli and Carly. He is also survived by his sister, Jessica Baumhower; grandparents, Pete and JoAnn Zunk, many aunts, uncles and cousins. Jeremy is proceeded in death by grandparents, Norman and Irene Baumhower.
Toledo's beloved son, Jeremy was a Whitmer graduate and passionate about people and community, enjoying and promoting the arts whenever he could. His love for local art, music, politics, and community were rooted in pride for the 419. He believed in us, how amazing we already are, and where we can go if we try.
Jeremy was a successful writer, author, and producer, working with talented broadcast teams across the country and building lifelong friendships, but Jeremy's biggest accomplishment by far is in his four children, their accomplishments, work ethic and kind hearts. He has challenged them to change the world, and inspire change in others.
Jeremy fell ill in March. He fought valiantly and inspired all who knew and loved him. The family would like to thank the extraordinary staff at Flower Hospital ICU, University of Toledo Medical College CICU and Cleveland Clinic Cardiovascular ICU. He touched the teams that cared for him, and we are forever grateful for all that was done to restore his health. They along with his family and community believed that this 6'5" larger than life man would ultimately beat the odds, exhausting every reasonable measure available today.
The family will receive guests on Saturday, June 15, 2019 from 9-10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Parish, 5373 Main Street, Sylvania, Ohio where his Funeral Mass will begin in the church at 10:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Carly Cares (carlycares.org) or Project iAM (acousticsforautism.com), two organizations that he fervently believed in and promoted awareness for at every opportunity.
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Joel Dauer
February 1, 2020
I only met Jeremy three times in my life, but every time I saw him, he was always willing to talk to me about the broadcasting industry. He was active and a big advocate in the Toledo area. He handled his illness very bravely and was hoping he'd pull through. Toledo has lost a great man and the world is less of a place without him. We miss you, Jeremy!
Jamie C
June 14, 2019
When you get to be in your 40s you start to realize anybody you've known since the 4th grade is somebody you've known the majority of your life...
Jeremy came and went and came and went repeatedly in my life for the majority of my life. Sadly it seemed so many of our adult interactions often came about with the passing of someone one or both of us cared for. But that was one thing about Jeremy, he wasn't afraid to reach out and check in on you when you lost someone. A lot of people don't do that because they don't know what to say, but Jeremy, never at a loss for words, always had something to say. Almost to the point of driving you crazy sometimes checking in on you like a little mother hen.
He was also one heck of a gossip when you needed someone to gossip with. And one heck of a voice when you needed to spread the word about something. The guy was not one to be ignored.
The thing I'm already going to remember about Jeremy is that he was unforgettable, because he just didn't go away... He just kept showing up. You kind of took him for granted because even if you got busy and lost touch...you knew, eventually, he'd just pop up again, at least I know I did. I'll miss that...
RIH my friend.
Laura Osborne
June 14, 2019
So sorry for your loss. Met Jeremy thru events from Toledo Free Press. Always enjoyed reading his articles and enjoyed his enthusiasm for all things 419. Our community grieves with you.
Darlene & Eugene Rasczyk
June 12, 2019
What a great spirited man. Jeremy was accomplished on so many levels. Jeremy was a gem of the community. We are so sorry to hear of his passing. GOD be with his children, fiancé , his family and friends. May GOD bless you all with courage and strength as you endure this most difficult time. Gone too soon
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