Donald Gene Baumann, Sr.
Donald Gene Baumann, Sr. passed away at home on June 3, 2020 in League City, Texas. He was born on October 13, 1934 in Carmi, IL. Survivors include his loving wife of 66 years, Nancy Baumann. Daughter Susan Nester (Trey Roper), son Donald Baumann, Jr. (Birgitte) and son Douglas Baumann; grandchildren Lisa Switoyus (Carol), Amy Lab, Emily Machann (Lucas), Jeffrey Baumann (Alicia) and Julie Bricker (Zach); great grandchildren Lucas Machann, Jr., David Switoyus, Sophia Machann, Ellyn Switoyus, Grace Switoyus and Ivy Baumann; many nieces and nephews and devoted friend Tonya Olson.
After graduating from Ball High School, Don received his B.S. Degree from the University of Houston and worked for over 40 years as an engineer and project manager in the petrochemical and construction industries. Don was proud to serve in the U.S. Army for 12 years. He faithfully served the Lord at Nassau Bay Baptist Church for many decades as a teacher and life deacon. Don loved to garden, hunt, fish and spend time with his family.
Pallbearers are Jeff Baumann, Bobby Roubion, Johnny Roubion, David Roubion, Wayne Savage, Lucas Machann, Jr., and David Switoyus. Honorary Pallbearers are the Men of Ventures Sunday School Department.
Funeral services will be held June 6th at Nassau Bay Baptist Church at 11am, and will be officiated by Dr. David Fannin. Family visitation will commence at 10am. Those wishing to make a memorial donation are requested to donate in Don’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association (alz.org).
Nancy, I just read in Don’s obituary that the two of you had been married for 66 years! Wow! What a record! I was 14 years old when Dad, Mother, Pat, and I were in Galveston to attend your wedding! I’ve been looking through my scrapbooks at pictures of that grand occasion. Don lived a long and faithful life – to his God, to you and your family, to the extended family, and to his church. I join you in giving thanks to God for Don Baumann, Sr. and for a life well-lived! My prayers will be with you during these days of grief and remembrance.
Granddad you are forever in our hearts, and we miss you, but I know that heaven is having a celebration with you there.
A true gentleman, he will be missed, I’m blessed to have gotten to know him and have him in my life. I hope we can all carry on his legacy of love, family, and God to make him proud.
Our deepest sympathies to the Baumann family. May your sweet memories give you comfort in this time of sorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
To Nancy and all the Baumann, Roubion, Davis Clan – my condolences during this time of remembrance. Donald was always – always nice to me. May we all leave a legacy like Donald of faith and love for family!
Dad was Dad to many in the wisdom he gave unconditionally. Just like Mom is Mom to many with her unconditional love for everyone.
Don, it was wonderful living next door to you for 10 years. You were a such a great listener and was always ready to help. Since we moved, I have missed our random, yet interesting conversations. A good neighbor with a kind heart is hard to find these day, but I found one with you. You will be missed because you were a good man and a loving father and a supportive husband. Your Soul is now back with our Lord, watching over us, and contributing positive and loving energy to our universe. Steve Lew
Dear Nancy Susan Doug and Donald
Sending all of you our love and prayers. Donald Sr will be greatly missed but I know his loving memories will be with you always. So sorry I could not be with you and the family to share a hug and honor this sweet man.
Blessings and comfort to all of you.
Montie & Jim Paquin
My sweet and wonderful husband you are missed. I never realized how far and wide your love and influence extended. The flowers, prayers, charity gifts and cards to help me and family have been overwhelming. I will be there with you again.
It has been almost 3 months and I still really miss you Dad. Tell Nana, Unk, Bob and all our other relatives hello up in heaven. I know you are at ease now. I know you hear me when we chat in the mornings on my way to work and tell you about everything going on. I will see you on the other side and it will be a joy to see you again.
Love, Don Jr
Miss you and love you Grandad.
It has been over 2 years now and I wanted to visit this site on Fathers Day just to say Happy Fathers Day – I still miss you every day you are gone…Love Don Jr
Hey Dad, coming up on 3 years. I really miss your encouragement, your wisdom, and your friendship. I don’t talk to you as often now and I am sorry for that, I really do miss you. I do know I will see you again.
Another year gone by and the pain is still there. I wish I could talk to you Dad, so many things you could help guide me with. I know you are here in spirit. Still miss you more than words can say…Love, Don jr