Name: Visitation for Andrew Baumgartner
Start: 2017-11-27T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2017-11-28T00:00:00.000Z
Location: O'Donnell Cremations - Funerals - Celebrations - Danvers

Andrew Baumgartner of Topsfield, a non- profit director, fierce advocate for those with disabilities, loyal family member and friend, teller of bad jokes, photographer, sports lover, and all-around mischief maker, passed away on Tues. November 21, 2017 at Sea View Retreat in Rowley, Mass. Andrew leaves his wife, Sally Ann MacDonald, and the light of his life his daughter, Erin Baumgartner. After 40 years as Executive Director of the former United Cerebral Palsy of the North Shore, (now Aspire Developmental Services), Andrew stepped down in 2017 due to his illness. He also stepped down from his part time sports photography assignments at the Lawrence Eagle Tribune. However, he never stepped down from being an amazing husband, father, and friend. Being an incredible people person, Andy loved meeting people whether it was during fund raising events or on vacation on the streets of Paris. By the end of a game at Fenway, Andy knew the names of everyone sitting nearby as well as their occupations, where they went to school, their childrens names etc. Andy, the son of Mary and Andrew Baumgartner, grew up in Carteret, New Jersey, graduating from St. Josephs High School in Metuchen and Seton Hall University. He received a Masters Degree from NYU. Being an excellent miler on his high school and college Track Team, Andy set a NJ record of a 4:18 mile. He passed down his love of running to Erin and attended all her track and other athletic events. Never needing a megaphone, Andy cheered her on unabashedly from the side lines. In addition to his wife and daughter Andrew is also survived by his son-in-law Tim Fu of Somerville, his sister Nancy Hill and her husband Edward of Virginia, his brothers Roy Baumgartner and his wife Barbara and Mark Baumgartner all of Carteret, N.J., many wonderful nieces and nephews, and many cousins including Gerry Puoplo and his wife Lucy of Middleton. He also leaves behind an amazing cadre of loving, supportive friends who made him laugh until the end. His funeral Mass will be held in St. Rose of Lima Church, Park St., Topsfield, Tuesday, Nov. 28th at 10:30 A.M. Relatives and friends invited. Burial in Pine Grove Cemetery, Topsfield. Visiting hours in the Peterson-ODonnell Funeral Home, 167 Maple St., (rte 62) Danvers, Monday, Nov. 27th from 4 to 7 P.M. To share a memory or offer a condolence, please visit www. odonnellfuneralservice.com.

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Published by The Tri-Town Transcript - Boxford from Nov. 25 to Dec. 8, 2017.

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Kit Tunney

December 6, 2017

Mrs. Baumgartner and Erin, I am so saddened to hear of Andy's passing. We were colleagues and sat on the DPH Early Intervention Fiscal Committee together. He was an intelligent, funny, passionate man and he will be very missed. My condolences,
Kit Tunney

Jessica Horne-Andrews

November 27, 2017

Erin and family, I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I remember your dad being one of the most supportive parents during our track meets and how he photographed moments that will last a lifetime. I am truly saddened to hear of this and will never forget the encouragement he gave me.

Donna & Kevin Tanner

November 27, 2017

Sally and Erin, Andy was such a great husband, father and friend. His friendship, kindness and compassion meant the world to me. He could not do enough for all the people he served at UCP then CPEM and then Aspire! He was so dedicated to his purpose in life and has helped change the lives of all that he touched with his unending dedication. My thoughts and prayers are with you and I will forever treasure his friendship and our Keno lunches! Love and peace, Donna and Kevin

Todd Kates

November 27, 2017

On behalf of UCP of MetroBoston, we send our sympathies to Andy's family. He will be remembered as a champion for people with disabilities.

Elmer Cerano

November 27, 2017

This is so sad and unexpected. Andy, your wisdom and love for life and family has always been apparent, The passion for your work has left a better life for thousands of people, now and for years to come.

Rest In Peace, FRIEND.

Elmer Cerano

Fredda Zuckerman

November 27, 2017

What a shock to hear about Andy. Our days on Ruble 2B will always be unforgettable. I was glad for our periodic get togethers over the years. Andy was so dedicated to his work and family. I know he will be missed. Thinking of you and Erin on this very sad occasion.

Casey Grant

November 27, 2017

To all the family and friends of Andrew, I salute the wonderful life of this special man, who clearly made this world a better place for all of us. My sincerest thoughts and prayers are with you as you celebrate his marvelous legacy...

Maroli Licardie

November 26, 2017

My most sincere sympathies to Andy's family. I worked with Andy during the time when he engaged all his supporters and made the children's playground a reality. We all enjoyed his love for photography and his humor. He will be missed.

Scott Fraser

November 26, 2017

Lauren Wallace and Scott William Fraser are sorry to hear that Andrew Baumgartner past away. He was a really nice guy and great full all of adult services that he was in charged of with United Cerebral Palsy Association of the North Shore Inc. including Athletics!!!

Joanna Liss

November 26, 2017

Sally, Erin, and family, We were saddened to read of Andy's death. We remember all of you well from your days on Lakeview Ave. (We still live there.) Andy clearly made an impression on many people, and we hope the fact that he affected so many, probably more than you will ever know, gives you a small amount of comfort. Joanna LIss and Loring Merrow

Brad and Gerry Park

November 26, 2017

Sally Brad and I are so sad at Andy's passing- he will be much missed. Rob is devastated as he considered him a great friend as did Brad

Merry Hill

November 26, 2017

Sally, Erin,and extended family.
It was an opportunity and experience to have worked with Andy, these many years. His dedication to the agency and staff was steady. He steered the agency through the many names and expansions of staff and services with a deft hand. My condolences to you all.

Donna Evans

November 25, 2017

Roy,Barbara,Mark,and the rest of the Baumgartner family...
we are so very sorry for your loss!Andy sounds like he was an AMAZING man,and all that knew him,were lucky to have known him.
Just remember,Andy is an Angel in Heaven,watching over all the people he loved...
God hold you and keep you,AMEN
God Bless You All,
Donna Evans-Stein and Breanna Stein

Jessica Wilder

November 25, 2017

So very sorry for your loss Aunt Sally and Erin. Uncle Drew will forever be missed by all and his laugh never forgotten

Eric & MaryBeth Nelson

November 25, 2017

Sally, our deepest sympathies to you and your family.

Debra Alber

November 25, 2017

All around mischief maker eh? I so wish that I knew him better. It sounds like he made the world much brighter for many... Blessings. Debra Alber

Anita Porco

November 25, 2017

On behalf of all of Andy's friends from United Cerebral Palsy we extend our heartfelt sympathy to Andy's family. Memories of Andy always include a really nice guy and full of fun. While the news was shocking to us we remember him with great respect. Anita Porco, VP of Affiliate Network, UCP

Mark Kennard

November 24, 2017

I worked with Andy for many years in Lynn. He will be missed as a wonderfully committed advocate for those in need, who never took himself too seriously. He left us far too early. May he Rest In Peace.
Mark Kennard

Jerry Puoplo

November 24, 2017

Being part of Drew's extended family has been a great gift for which I am very grateful for having. Like days long ago, our extended family is still praising the accomplishments of Cousin Drew for living a life well lived and well enjoyed. Like his parents, Drew had a strong and driven personality. Luckily for him, Sally and Erin balanced it out by adding Yin to the Yang. I suspect Aunt Mary was determined to make sure Drew would one day be recognized as a saint and Uncle Andy was determined to make sure Drew would one day to be heir to Uncle Andy's evolving legacy as a surviving WWII POW, a devoted family man and well respected member of his community. Both parents would be proud; Drew lived up to their expectations.

Audrey Jimenez

November 24, 2017

Thanks for making the world a better place. I'll miss you, Andy!

Gerry & Brad Park

November 24, 2017

Our best wishes to Sally, Erin and the entire family, we will always miss Andy and his humor, he always guessed wrong about what I did for a living. He was a great friend!

Al Condeluci

November 24, 2017

So sorry for the loss of Andy. Loved being with him at UCP conferences, sharing ideas and being inspired by his passion for inclusion and full community for all. May he rest in peace and may the perpetual light shine upon him. Al Condeluci, CLASS (formerly UCP of Pittsburgh).

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