Walter Russell Baum

1925 - 2017

Walter Russell Baum obituary, 1925-2017

BORN

1925

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Auman's Inc. Funeral Home

390 West Neversink Road

Reading, Pennsylvania

Walter Baum Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 3, 2017.

Walter Russell Baum, 92, formerly of Exeter Township passed away June 1, 2017, in The Reading Hospital.

He was a torpedo man in the Navy and served in WWII and the Korean War. He was the husband of Dolores (Mertz) Baum, whom he married in 1953.

He was a 1943 Reading High School graduate. Russell was born in Reading, a son of the late Walter B. and Ruth I. (Gudikunst) Baum .

He was self-employed as a heating, plumbing, and air conditioning contractor for 65 years.

Russell is survived by his brother, Douglass B., and his wife, Jennie Baum, and his sister, Marlene Mauger.

He was predeceased by his son, Kevin R. Baum on September 26, 2014, and his 3 brothers: Donald S. Baum, Robert Baum, James Baum; and his 2 sisters, Naomi Mest and Helen (Dolly) Kremp.

Services will be Wednesday, June 7, 2017, at 11 a.m. in Auman's Inc., Funeral Home, 390 W. Neversink Rd., Reiffton. Burial to follow in Forest Hills Memorial Park. Viewing will be 10-11 a.m. in the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Spring Valley Church of God, 2727 Old Pricetown Rd., Temple PA 19560.

Online condolences may be made at www.aumansinc.com.

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September 11, 2017

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Wendy Clouser

I hope Mr. Baum and Kevin are someplace enjoying each other's company. Mr. Baum was always so fun to see - and he and Dolores raised a wonderful son. I miss them both and send my thoughts and prayers to Dolores.

June 6, 2017

Steven Hollenbach

Very saddened by your loss. I remember many days as a child seeing Russ pick up my "Pop Pop" and drive off to work. God Bless ! (Steve Hollebach, grandson of Joseph Dwyer).

June 5, 2017

Sondra Bard

God bless you, Russell. You were absolutely a wonderful friend to my father and always so kind and helpful to everyone in my family. I know that you are in heaven now with Kevin and at peace. You were certainly one of the greatest from the greatest generation and an example for all of us. Thank you for your service to the country and our community. You are truly an example of a life well-lived. I will miss you. My life is better for having known you my entire life.

June 5, 2017

Marlene Brady

What a special patient and friend. Russel, you have touched my heart with your smiles and positivity. Merle will also miss your Navy stories and visits. May you rest in God's arms forever.

June 5, 2017

Lynn Dunn

Mr. Baum was such a nice man. No matter how he was feeling he was always happy to see me at his doctor's office. He was always so full of information. His nurse that would bring him in Jen so was awesome with him. she took care of him and made sure that he knew everything that was going on with his health. I'm going to miss him, but I will never forget are talks and his stories about being in the service. I worked at Dr. Braun's office. My thought's and prayers our with you at this time. Lynn Dunn

June 4, 2017

Jennifer Cobb

Words cannot express what our relationship meant to me. It was an honor and pleasure to have cared for you, advocated for you, and listened to your stories- you were such a great historian and full of knowledge. You will always hold a special place in my heart, we were a team until the end. I miss you already.

June 4, 2017

Janeal Terry

I'm gonna miss you Russ....❤❤❤

June 3, 2017

May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11

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