William Phillip Baumgartner

April 3rd, 2017

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William Phillip Baumgartner, 82 years, died after a determined battle with cancer on Monday, April 3, 2017 in Regina.  Bill was born on December 14, 1934 on the family farm near Beausejour, Manitoba to Charles and Rose Baumgartner.  In 1955 he married the love of his life, Shirley Kjernisted, and together they raised two children. Bill attended Manitoba Teachers' College in Winnipeg and taught for four years.   In 1958 he began a long career with the Co-operative Retail System, managing local retails and holding several positions with Federated Co-operatives Limited, retiring as the Regina Region Manager in 2001.  Bill is survived by his wife Shirley and their girls, Lori (Dan Sanders) and Carla (Todd Miller).  He is also a beloved Papa to his grandchildren and one great-grandchild, Jordan (Megan and Ben), Spencer (Miranda), Kelsey, Joshua and Haley.  Due to Bill's wishes no funeral service will be held.  Memorial donations in Bill's name may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

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Shirley and family , We were very shocked and saddened to hear about Bill's passing as he had such a positive outlook on life after his diagnosis. Both of you are very missed as we have not heard from you in such a long time , take care in knowing that you are both thought of often and our hearts go out to you in this sad time . We miss you !!! Take care , Laurie and Paulette

Laurie and Paulette , Regina, Saskatchewan , Canada

Bea and I would like to extend our most sincere sympathy to you and your family upon the recent passing of Bill. He will be greatly missed. May you be comforted by the love and compassion of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ.

Doyle & Bea Wollenberg, Regina, SK, Canada

Shirley, Lori and Carla - Leila and I were so sad to hear of Bill's passing following his battle with cancer. We were so fortunate to have had the privilege to get to know Bill and the Baumgartner family during our time in Regina. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families at this difficult time. We hope the many memories of happy times together will provide each of you with strength and solace to help the healing process for all of you. We hope it provides you with some comfort to know that others are thinking of you. Sincerely,

Doug Wiebe, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Dear Carla, Todd, Haley and Josh, We have heavy hearts hearing about the passing of your Dad, Carla, and Haley and Josh's Papa. It was always a pleasure to exchange a hello over the fence and see the joy in his and your Mom's faces visiting you and the kids. His kind and gentle nature lives on in all of you. Take care.

Kerry Fraser and Peter Dorrington, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

We are with you, Shirley and family, in your grief. Bill's life was an example to all who strive to serve and benefit family and society.

Jerry and Vi Cheslock, Regina, Sask., Canada

From all of the family, and (mom) Helen Baumgartner, We are heavy-hearten to hear of Uncle Bill's passing. He will be greatly missed by all who have known him. In our hearts we know he has be greeted by the family members who have left and the Lord. Mom and I know the pain of loss. We pray you be comforted by the Lord and assured he is well on the other side. We love you and pray for you. Love Edna and the entire family here in Manitoba.

Edna Barrie, Beausejour, Manitoba, Canada

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