Kay Baumann
A celebration of her life will be held at a later date, with details to follow.
Kay was born on June 21, 1953, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Leo F. Sagan and Nellie L. (née Burmeister) Suszka. She grew up in South Milwaukee and graduated from South Milwaukee High School. Over the years, she worked at Everbrite and was a beloved bartender and cook at many Milwaukee-area taverns and restaurants.
On December 31, 1989, she married the love of her life, Robert Gerhard Baumann, in Milwaukee. Together, they retired to Big Flats in 2018, embracing the peacefulness of the Northwoods.
Kay had a deep passion for the outdoors and marksmanship. She enjoyed hunting, high-power and pistol shooting, ATV riding, and was an avid dog enthusiast. She had a knack for winning raffles and a sharp sense of adventure. A dedicated member of the Racine County Line Rifle Club, she served as a board member and president, overseeing training schedules for 41 police departments, the Secret Service, and the military.
Kay is survived by her loving husband, Robert; her children, Tina Lynch, Denise Lynch, Rachel (TJ) Kriska, Benjamin (Jodi) Baumann, Katie Lynch, and Ruth Baumann; nine cherished grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren, father, Leo Sagan, she is also survived by her siblings, Ruth, David, Anna, Teresa, Lee, and Robert, as well as her beloved dogs, Nellie Bell and Bell Pepper, along with many other relatives and dear friends.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Nellie Suszka, and her beloved dogs, Christmas Bell, Tinker Bell, Liberty Bell, and Let Freedom Ring.
The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the ICU team at Aspirus Wisconsin Rapids, especially Dr. Myers, Nurse Bill, and Nurse Katie, for their extraordinary care and compassion.
Kay loved police, firefighters and military, in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Kay’s name.
Kay will be deeply missed but forever remembered for her strength, generosity, and adventurous spirit.
Arrangements are being handled by Roseberry’s Funeral Home. Online condolences may be shared at www.roseberrys.com.
Kay was a wonderful person, very loving, caring and always smiling. I met her as a Dental patient and she sponsored me at RCLRC where she was very active. At the time she and I talked about getting a German Short Puppy. She told me I would have to wait for the next litter which I did. My Puppy was named Terra and lived for almost 15 years. I lost track of Kay, Bob and Ruthie after I retired and they moved but always thought of her and her love of her dogs every time I looked at Terra. My deepest condolences to Bob, Ruthie and her family, I’m sure she is greatly missed. Sincerely, Tom Linstroth
So sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Kay and Bob running the RCLRC. RIP Kay.
Larry
Badge #1714
Bob & family, I have many fond memories of Kay and her tireless work for RCLRC especially when she was at the helm. So sorry for your loss!
Dave
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We were saddened to hear about Kay’s passing. We met her through the RCLRC. She was a wonderful person and she will be missed by many.
Dear Bob and family,
So sad to hear the news of Kay’s passing. I will be praying for all of you as you go through this time of grieving. We will truly miss her.
With deepest sympathies,
Cathy Dalton and family
My sincerest sympathies to that family. Kay didn’t know me, yet she sponsored me into RCLRC anyway (as her sister above said, Kay had a heart of gold).
I will always remember Kay as the warm friend she was to so many.
My sister was a force to be reckoned with…she fiercely protected those she loved. She had a heart of gold & would do anything for those who needed it. I’m glad she got the years she had up in Big Flats. All she wanted was the peace & quiet it gave her….when she died she took a piece of my heart with her. I was there when she came into this world & I was there when she went to be with God & those that left before her. May she rest in peace….until we meet again….I love you Kay…
My deepest heartfelt sympathies for you all.
Having met Kay, I truly feel blessed to have had her in my life. Kay always lit the room with her humor and wit, and made any day, whether good or bad, so much better with her presence. She will be greatly missed!
Denise, I am so very sorry for the loss of your mom and you and your family have my deepest sympathy and prayers. May your memories bring you comfort and light in this time. I am keeping you and your family in my thoughts, your friend, Linda
Denise, My deepest sympathies on the loss of your Mom. I knew her only through you and pray for your family’s comfort during this sad and lonely time. May you all find peace in reminiscing over good times and memories. Sending love and prayers, your friend Alicia
Kay, I will miss you so much! We grew up together, went to grade school and high school, and hung out throughout good times and bad. My sympathies to your family!
Our Deepest Sympathy to your family. It was such a pleasure to have known Kay. She was so much fun to be around, we always met up for memorial day to put flags on the VA cemetery and after went out for a bite to eat.
She will be missed.
Roger and Lynn
Bob,
I am so glad to have interacted with you and Kay the last few weeks. My condolences to you and the family. Take care my good friend. Dennis.
I’m so sorry on your loss of Kay, I’ll miss that
Mischievous look in your eyes.