Henry Peter Baumgartner
July 14, 1931 ~ January 22, 2011
Services:
A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, January 29, 2011 at 11:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD.
Visitation:
The Family will receive friends on Saturday, January 29, 2011 from 10:00 AM- 11:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD.
Henry Peter “Pete” Baumgartner, 80, of Lexington Park, MD, died January 22, 2011 at his residence, Lexington Park, MD. Born July 14, 1930 he was the son of the late Henry Peter and Mabel Fern Baumgartner. He was the loving husband of Barbara May Baumgartner whom he married on June 14, 1952 in Brunswick, Maine. Mr. Baumgartner is survived by his children; Cary Vincent “Vince” Baumgartner (Marylou) of Hollywood, MD, Lisa K. Winkelmann (Tony) of Leonardtown, MD as well as four grandchildren; Mary E. Baumgartner, Carrie A. Baumgartner, Alexander B. Krepacki, and Megan L. Winkelmann. He was preceeded in death by his step father Cary V. “Pops” Miller and siblings; Louis Baumgartner, Bernardine Wood, Bill Baumgartner, Libby Brocklesby and Jean Cunningham. He received his GED and enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1947 he was transferred to St. Mary’s County in 1958 from Brunswick, Maine. Mr. Baumgartner served in the U.S. Navy as a storekeeper retiring in 1968 after 22 years of service, his duty stations included; Barber’s Pt. Hawaii, Patuxent River, MD, Brunswick, Maine, Iceland, and served on the commissioning voyage of the U.S.S. Saratoga for four years. He worked as a Civil Service Budget Analyst for 22 years, retiring in 1993. Mr. Baumgartner enjoyed bowling, softball, birds, gardening and basketball. The family will receive friends on Saturday, January 29, 2011 from 10:00 AM- 11:00AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD where a funeral service will be held at 11:00AM. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens Leonardtown, MD. Pallbearers will be Cary Vincent “Vince” Baumgartner, Tony Winkelmann, Alex Krepacki, Joe Pohutsky, Chris Ruppert, and David Wick. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 629, Leonardtown, MD 20650 and also the Humane Society / St. Mary’s Animal Welfare League (SMAWL) P.O. Box 1232, Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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“Barbara, I am so sorry to have learned of Pete’s passing. I remember fondly working for him at Pax River back in my Navy days. I have many stories and great memories. Rest in Peace Peter.”
“To the Baumgartner Family: You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
“I worked with Pete in Hanger 110 at North Maintenance. He was a great boss and great human being. I have some wonderful memories of that time. My condolences to his family.”
“Vince, Mary Lou and girls, We offer our condolences on Mr. Baumgartner’s passing. He’ll always be with you in your heart . We will keep you in our prayers. Lynn & Earl”
“Uncle Vince, I am so sorry to hear about your father. Our prayers are with you and your family. Please let us know if you need anything.”
“Mary Lou and Vince, Sorry for the loss of you father-in-law/father. We will all ways miss our parents. Sharon Drury”
“Vince, I’m Sorry for the loss of your father. He was truly a good man! You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. “
“Barbara and family. Pete, he always had a cheerful smile and showed his love for his wife and family in the simple words, which made you feel good inside just to hear his voice. That is the way I will remember him as a kid fresh out of High School working at Pax River at the Commissary back in the mid 70’s, he just made you feel at ease, of course there was that occasionally teasing with Barbara, but she would just say “Oh Petie!” “
“Pete was my boss at AIMD and the best boss I ever had. He has left all who ever worked for, or with, him, with many great memeories. He always had a smile on his face and I never heard him say a bad thing about anyone. He was a fair boss, compassionate, but held us accountable for our work. He will be missed. Bye Pete, hope we meet again some day!”
“Sorry to hear of Pete’s passing. He was a great guy. Never had a bad word to say about anyone and always had a smile on his face. I’ll miss him.”
“Vince and family,May it comfort you to know others are thinking of you at this difficult time. Keep all the memories at heart. “
“Vince, Marylou and family, We are sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. We send you our love and strength. I know he will continue to be in your heart and the hearts of all those who loved him. Our love to you, Shelley Owen and Kyle “
“Vince and MaryLou and girls, we are so sorry for the loss of your beloved dad and grandfather. God Bless. Laurie and Ed”
“Mrs. B, Vince and Lisa, I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I will always remember how you welcomed me and made me feel like a part of your family all those years ago when I moved to Hollywood, MD. You are some of the best people in my life and I value and feel so lucky to have such great people in my life. Take good care. Mr. B. God Bless You and Rest in Peace.”
“Vince, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.”
“Uncle Vince, I am so sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a wonderful man and he will be missed dearly. If there is anything you or you family need please call. I love you.”
“My mom Doris, brothers (Rick, Jimmy, and Michael)and sister Sharyn wish to pass our condolence to you all. As you know our Father Ralph pass away a couple of years ago and we know your pain that you are feeling. My mom and brother Rick remember Pete and the rest of the family from years passed when we were neighbors. The Baumgarters will always be in our memories, God Bless to you all.”
“Vince, We were sorry to hear about the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. “
” The Baumgartner family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. Will miss “Barbara, Minnesota on the phone,” that was special”
“Lisa, Mrs. B, and Vince – my deepest condolences on your loss. I have many fond memories of Mr. B over the 30 plus years I have been blessed knowing you all and welcomed me into your family. Mr. B will be terribly missed but take comfort that he will forever be there in your heart and memories.”
“Lisa, Barbara, and Vince – I was saddened to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you.”
“Lisa and family, I remember meeting Mr. B for the first time and he seemed larger than life. He was such a wonderful and fun loving soul, and it was obvious how much he loved his family. My sincere condolences and prayers for comfort and peace during this time and the days to come. God bless each of you.”
“Vince/Mary Lou and kids, Lisa and Mrs. Baumgartner–my deepest sympathies. It’s always difficult…no matter how prepared or unprepared we are for this aspect of life. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you for the days ahead.”
“Vince, so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. May God protect your family during your time of healing.”