Van R. Bauman, age 87, passed away on March 24, 2012 at home after a valiant battle with lung cancer. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Bauman; two daughters, Sandra (Dennis) Massingill, Carol (Bruce) VanNucker; step-son, Christopher Ortega; step-daughter, Sandra (Pete) Duran; grandchildren, Paul VanNocker, Meghan VanNocker, Jessica (Tim) Miller, Lisa Hoffa, Angela (Dustin) Beck, Drew (Melissa) Massingill, Jeff Massingill; great-grandchildren, Braden VanNocker, Chelsea Hoffa and Xander Massingill.

In accordance with his wishes cremation has taken place. There will be no services. Friends may send condolences or share a memory at baxterfuneral.com. Arrangements by the Baxter Funeral & Cremation Service. (269)788-9800