"i remember one time when she gave us different bracelets i got starfish i sorry i do not have more memory's i don't now why maybe because i was so young but i did some research and i found louts about you. grandpa gave me your pin and panting of dolphins and you birthstone i will keep these close for ever."
In loving memory of
Marietta Baumgartner
October 28, 2014
Marietta K. Baumgartner, age 96, of 2641 Manor Hill Dr., Quincy, died peacefully in her sleep, on Monday, October 27, 2014, at 11:00 pm.
Marietta was born February 2, 1918 in Ripley, Illinois, the daughter of George and Ethel Stoffer Keltz. She married C. Richard on June 1, 1942 in Pensacola, FL. He preceded her in death on January 25, 1998.
She was a graduate of Quincy College, She also attended Western Illinois Teachers' College during the Depression on a scholarship for her proficiency as a pianist. Marietta was a music teacher and a grade school teacher in both Brown County and at Highland Riverside. She was a long-time member of Delta Kappa Gamma. She had volunteered at the Blessing Hospital Tea Room for over twenty years. Marietta was also a member of the Women's City Club, and a well respected bridge player. She was a member of First Christian Church.
Survivors include: three children: David (Maureen) Baumgartner of Chesterfield, MO; Roger A. (Rozena) Baumgartner of Scottsdale, AZ; and Jeanette Vance of Carmel, IN; seven grandchildren: Beth (Dan) Chausow of Chesterfield, MO; Chris (Carrie) Baumgartner of Balwin, MO; Kimberly (Chad) Storz of Vero Beach, FL; Ryan (Amy) Baumgartner of Centennial, CO; Alex (Tara) Baumgartner of Bellevue, NE; Sara Beck of Columbus, IN; and Brooke Vance of Indianapolis, IN; nine great-grandchildren: McKenzie Storz, Madeline Beck, Allison Baumgartner, Lucy Beck, Katie Baumgartner, Madison Storz, Ryan Beck, Molly Storz, and Hannah Chausow; and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, Marietta was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters: Lola Amanda and Emogene Keltz
Services: 11:00 am Saturday, November 1, 2014 at First Christian Church, with Rev. Paul Fraser officiating.
Burial: Greenmount Cemetery
Visitation: 10:00 am - 11:00 am, Saturday November 1, 2014 at First Christian Church
Memorials: Blessing Hospice
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Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.
Tributes
"When I was young, I remember going to see Grandma with my brother over summer vacation. One summer I remember my brother and I got into a water balloon fight outside. Some how I must have won because I remember teasing my brother from inside the kitchen. Well, I guess he didn't like that and decided to throw a big water balloon at the sliding glass door. Grandma didn't appreciate this as she was soon disciplining my brother and I. My fondest memories though will be the last 8 years my wife and I had visiting with her on numerous occasions. What and incredible lady with so many great stories. Love You Grandma."
"Mrs Baumgartner was my fourth grade teacher. She was an excellent teacher at Highland Riverside School and I owe her so much. I will never forget her."
"I met Marietta some 25 years ago when we moved to Colorado and became friends with her lovely daughter-in-law, Rozena, and son, Roger. She was beautiful and stately and funny and charming and that never changed. The times I got to be around her she seemed more a contemporary than the Mother of a friend. Marietta enhanced the world in which she lived and certainly was a joy to her family and her many friends. And, my goodness, what an impressive life story and resume - a woman ahead of her time. Her memory will live in all who knew her......."
"I met Marietta through AAUW - at my first meeting she made me feel welcome. And, enjoyed the many pleasant conversations we had. She will be missed. Betty"
"Marietta was a fine lady who I enjoyed knowing. I enjoyed visiting with her at Delta Kappa Gamma (teacher's society) meetings. She was also an outstanding teacher; our daughter enjoyed having her as a teacher at Highland-Riverside School. You have our heartfelt sympathy."
"I'm so glad I had the opportunity to visit with her several times when she came to Colorado. I'll always remember her appearing at our front door on a Christmas morning with Roger, Rozena, Ryan and Alex and all of them tooting a Christmas song on their kazoos. Very sweet and endearing woman. Sending deepest sympathy and love to all the Baumgartners and family. Love, Nancy and Glenn"
"Jeanette, so sorry for the loss of you mother. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers."
"She was my favorite teacher in elementary school. A very kind, caring, and talented lady. Sincere sympathy to her family."