Robert Baum

"To the Baum Family, Our deepest condolences and heavy heart for your loss. Phase 1 Electronics sends our prayers and thoughts to you all."

"For Chris and family Our prayers are with you. I am so glad that I got to see Ducky at our last high school class reunion so many of are not here anymore. The Lord has Ducky now. What a comfort that must be even though you miss him. Dee and I love you all. Ducky was a treasure that we all will miss and I am glad that I went to high school with such a great guy."

"For Chris and the entire family, My prayer is that you may be comforted in knowing that Ducky is safe, healthy, & happy in his heavenly home. If anyone belongs in Heaven, it's wonderful, funny, witty Ducky! I miss him already so I can't imagine what emotions you are all feeling. Chris, you and Ducky always treated Mike and I like we were family. And I love you both for that. I look forward to that awesome day when I can give Ducky a big hug. He'll be waiting for each and every one of you! He loved you with an everlasting love. Prayers that you feel God hugging you in comfort. With love, Treasure Reynolds"

"We are praying for your family during this sad time. May God fill this time with an extra measure of his nearness,with peace,comfort and strength."

"Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God grant you his peace and comfort. Kent & Jill Rager"

"Words can't express what an influence Ducky has been in my life. I have so many memories of growing up in your house, overnights, church, going to grandma Baum's with your family. He was such an example of Christ to me! His faith was not just words but action!! The hands and feet of Jesus! I always said Ducky would give the shirt off his back if someone truly needed it. Helping families that were underprivileged, picking up Ray every Sunday for church, being my Sunday School teacher. He was always trying to get us to laugh when we'd come over, Stefanie and Stacey would just roll their eyes!! He was a crazy driver!! I remember holding on for life in the jeep!! Ha ha Praise God that we will see Ducky again in heaven!! May God bless you and keep you ALL!! Make His face shine upon you and give you PEACE? Love Always, Becky"

"Ducky Baum was a force of good in the world. For those of us fortunate to have known him, let us take up his energy and his goodness and continue to spread his goodwill among all we know. It's impossible to describe him in mere words (generous, industrious, humble, kind, loving, and more), for he was multiple symphonies of all that is inspiring. Let's not be sad, but celebrate what he has left to all of us. His "relentless pursuit of excellence" will remain with us always. With fond remembrance, Dave & Judy"

"Dear Chris and family, we send you our deepest condolences and prayers at this time. He certainly will be missed. You two have always been an inspiration to us with love. May God grant you and your children with peace, strength and courage during the days ahead of you's and can feel loving arms around you. Love Alan & Lindy"

"Dear Chris and family, Please accept our deepest sympathy on the passing of "Ducky". He was a wonderful person that we were privileged to know, even though we hadn't seen him for several years. We knew him in our younger days, but will always remember him fondly. Great picture in the paper. That's the smile we remember!! God bless you and your family. Best love, Ron and Cheri Patterson"

"You cannot say "Ducky" without a smile on your face, a chuckle in your voice for all the humor he brought, and a warm hug all over for the love he shared and kindness that he gave freely. My prayers for Christine and all the family. You have been so blessed by Ducky's love. For all who knew him we feel " just Ducky"!! God bless"

"I will always cherish the moments when Ducky would take time out of his day to talk when I would be at the house. When including Michelle and I in the Easter gatherings Christine and Ducky hosted, we always felt welcomed as part of the family. Anyone who was in Ducky's company, I'm confident would agree with me that he had a presence about him that would inspire you to be upbeat and positive. I can only imagine all of the lives he influenced and that will continue from his passing on a positive and affirming legacy. My life is richer for having known Ducky and Christine these past 20 years."

"Baum Family, I will never forget visiting Ducky over 30 years ago as a young boy. My father took me into Ducky's office and the first thing i noticed was a well worn Bible on the corner of this desk. It is evident that he accessed and applied the Biblical principles in his life. I hope my life will be like Ducky's. Jesus reigns. Bart Rink."

"To the Baum Family: I was saddened to read of Ducky's passing this morning in the Journal Star. I would like to send my sincere condolences to the family and let you know I am thinking of you all. My love and prayers are with you."

"We thank our God upon every remembrance of you. Philippians 1:3 Our love and prayers, Bill & Kay Gudeman"

"During this time of loss, praying your family will draw strength and comfort from your faith in God. "Ducky" was a classmate of mine through grade and high school. He also was a part of our wedding party 54 years ago. Always enjoyed talking with him at the class reunions. God bless, thoughts and prayers."

"Many thanks to Ducky for allowing my husband, Wayne, to work for Otto Baum so many years. His kindness will be remembered forever. I know his good deeds here on earth were written in the book of life. Now he can finally rest from his labor."

"We are sending our sincere condolences all the way from Peoria, Illinois. Our hearts are heavy today, as the world is missing a great man, Robert Ducky Baum. Another child of God has gone to be with the Lord. He will be missed, but his legacy will live on. His name has been a household name as long as I can remember. I know my father, Wayne Artis, will be glad to see him again. This time the world will be very different because it will be all about love. We are praying for the family as they go thru this very difficult time. God is a present help in the time of trouble. May God continue to bless you all. Love."

"My prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.. May the grace of our Lord comfort all of your lovely family.."

"Our condolences to your family. It was a pleasure to work for such a great man. Ducky was not only a boss but a friend. Prayers for comfort for the entire family. God bless you all and may you feel the presence of Jesus loving arms embrace you and give you peace through this difficult time of life. Love Raul & Gloria Ochoa Casa Grande Az"

"Our deepest sympathies to your family! Enjoyed visiting with Ducky when we were in AZ visiting Dad and Mom (John and Donna Gerber). Sheryl (Gerber) Bouwman"

"We are deeply sorrowed on the loss of your beloved Ducky and want to extend our sincere sympathy to you and your beautiful family. We will keep you in our prayers and trust that God will be with you in the days and years ahead.. he was a true warrior going through all his treatments these last few years!! We love you all! Jim and Gert Carius"

"Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family, which is the greatest testament to a great life that was well-lived. You are in our thoughts. Todd Grossman and Robrt Pela"

"Our love and prayers are with you all.Love, Deanna and Clarence Beyer"

"Dear Chris and family......so sad to hear about your loss! Some of my fondest memories of my years in Morton include your family!! Loved how the obituary depicted Ducky's life....as this is how I remember him. Even though it has been "forever" since we have seen each other.... I still have a love for your family that will always be! Our prayers for your peace, comfort and strength through the days...weeks...and months ahead will said often! Hugs and love through cyberspace. Ron & Donna (Wuthrich) Massner"

"Ducky and I were classmates and friends throughout our years in elementary school and high school in Morton. Throughout my time at U of I and for years thereafter, I was back to Morton and got together with the high school gang and Ducky was always there. We usually had a Thanksgiving touch football game at the Jr. High School field during those years. I worked for Otto Baum and Sons one college summer as a hod carrier probably due to a good word from Ducky to Otto. I was a welcome visitor to Otto's farm where Ducky attempted to instruct me in milking cows and where we occasionally strayed into the basement of the farm house where Otto was aging homemade wine, I think it was an Otto Baum truck that was used to transport an old wooden privy to the front lawn of MTHS one dark night. Lots of fun and fond memories. We'll all miss him. My condolences, Bob Morgan"

"Dear Family, We wish to extend our sympathy to you in the death of your beloved one. God be with you as you adjust to the big void this will leave in your lives. With our love and prayers, Marvin and Jane Leman Princeville IL"

"Dearest Baum Family Prayers are sent your way for the loss of your husband, father, and grandfather and your church. God bless you all with his comfort and love.. I lost my dear husband in 8/2016 and know how empty your hearts feel. I also know God is ever present and a mighty fortress especially in the time of storms.. HE is our refuge.. Susan Rufener Smithville Ohio church"

"Christine, Sherry and I had so many wonderful memories of you and Ducky. Your visits to DC, the trip to Israel, etc. Ducky was truly a great man of God -- 8 feet tall. I know you miss him terribly, but we all know you two will be together again. Sherry is no longer aware of most of her family, but she said many times before her illness what great cousins she had. On her behalf, let me offer you our most heartfelt condolences. We are so comforted to know that you are surrounded by such a wonderful family. May the Lord bless you and give you peace. Love Rich and Sherry"

"Our love and sympathy are with you at this sad, yet joyful time . May you have peace and comfort knowing he is with our Lord. What a beautiful life he had"

"I am so thankful for the support of Ducky and his family to our orphanage (CVE) here in Magdalena. May God bless and comfort you all in this difficult time."

"My heart aches at the pain of your loss. You are not far from my thoughts and my prayers are with your family."

"I have been so very blessed to be affiliated with and know the Baum family. Christine has always been so gracious and kind to me and having a beautiful friendship with Stacey and Stephanie has enriched my life. Knowing the grandchildren of this family has brought me much joy and many smiles The patriarch of the family, Ducky, will leave a legacy that will go on for generations. Ducky was personable and valued other people. He emulated this. Our hope as Christians is that we will see one another again. Until then, the wonderful memories and deep joy given to all who knew him are ours to treasure."

"Much love and prayers for your comfort. Love you all."

"Christine, We are praying for you and your family as you grieve. We remember your husband's accomplishments on earth and eternal investment into the lives of many. We are forever grateful for his role in building the SCA campus. And we are a better community because of your sweet family. We love you, your children, and your childrens' families. God bless you, Christine."

"I have tears in my eyes as I read this and my heart is heavy and full of compassion for all the Baums, Steffens, and Wuethrichs I know. May the Lord bless you and give you his peace in the midst of this deep sorrow."