Ken was a longtime resident of Topeka, KS. He belonged to Lowman United Methodist Church, Arab Shrine (50 + years), and Masonic Lodge #35 in Hiawatha, KS (65 + years) and served in the United States Air Force. Ken belonged to many groups and organizations over the years. He was recognized for his contributions and participation. Family and friends describe Ken as humble, kind, generous, friendly, creative, sincere, honest, and willing to go above and beyond to help others. Ken had a great sense of humor and was a storyteller. He loved writing and talking about his beloved Union Pacific Railroad and his childhood during the depression era. After retiring from the railroad, Ken worked 10 years for the Kansas Legislature.
At Ken's request, there will be no funeral service and he wished no memorials, flowers, cards, or list of his accomplishments. His children plan a private remembrance of their Dad in a few days.
Ken is survived by his children Cheryl Schinze and Robert Bauman (Janet). Grandchildren: Anthony Schinze, Natalie Schinze, Chad Bauman, Debi Bauman Cramer Great Grandchildren: Skyler Bauman, Mia Christensen, Mekenze Christensen Siblings: Leonard Bauman (Betty), Charlene Merkel, Leland "Swede" Bauman (Joy).
Ken was preceded in death by his parents, sister Alice Garner, half-brother Duane Bauman, and brother-in-law Leroy Merkel.
Ken was a longtime resident of Topeka, KS. He belonged to Lowman United Methodist Church, Arab Shrine (50 + years), and Masonic Lodge #35 in Hiawatha, KS (65 + years) and served in the United States Air Force. Ken belonged to many groups and organizations over the years. He was recognized for his contributions and participation. Family and friends describe Ken as humble, kind, generous, friendly, creative, sincere, honest, and willing to go above and beyond to help others. Ken had a great sense of humor and was a storyteller. He loved writing and talking about his beloved Union Pacific Railroad and his childhood during the depression era. After retiring from the railroad, Ken worked 10 years for the Kansas Legislature.
At Ken's request, there will be no funeral service and he wished no memorials, flowers, cards, or list of his accomplishments. His children plan a private remembrance of their Dad in a few days.
Ken is survived by his children Cheryl Schinze and Robert Bauman (Janet). Grandchildren: Anthony Schinze, Natalie Schinze, Chad Bauman, Debi Bauman Cramer Great Grandchildren: Skyler Bauman, Mia Christensen, Mekenze Christensen Siblings: Leonard Bauman (Betty), Charlene Merkel, Leland "Swede" Bauman (Joy).
Ken was preceded in death by his parents, sister Alice Garner, half-brother Duane Bauman, and brother-in-law Leroy Merkel.
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