Norma L. Baum

Norma L Davis Birth 4 Oct 1925 Hammond, Lake County, Indiana Death 19 Dec 2020 Schererville, Lake County, Indiana Burial Concordia Cemetery Hammond, Lake County, Indiana daughter of Shelton Warren Davis and Luella Frieda Vanes

Norma (Davis) McFarland Baum
Oct. 4, 1935 - Dec. 19, 2020
SCHERERVILLE, IN - Norma (Davis) McFarland Baum of Schererville,

She is survived by daughter, Roberta (Robert) Imborek; sons: Randall (Tracey) and Ronald (Jacqueline) McFarland; grandchildren: Katherine (Paula) Imborek, Randall (Tiffany) McFarland, Joshua (Natalie) Imborek, Michael (Laura) McFarland, Robert McFarland, Nicole (Ryan) Bridges, Aaron McFarland; 11 great-grandchildren; brothers: Allen (Jane) and Richard Davis; sister-in-law June Baltes; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding her in death was her infant son Roger McFarland; parents Shelton and Luella Davis; infant grandson Jamie Smith; grandson Ryan McFarland; sister Arlene Bender; and nephew John Davis. Norma was born October 4, 1935 and raised in Hammond, IN until the age of 15 when she moved to Marshall, IL. It was there she met and married her first husband, Robert McFarland, and they eventually settled in Highland, IN.

As a young woman, she worked for a number of years in what was, at that time, a man's exclusive field, selling real estate, and then working as a general contractor building homes.

From 1974-1978 she owned Drive-In Liquors in Hammond with her 2nd husband, Jim Baum.

In 1981, Norma realized a life dream of helping people by opening up health food stores, Baum's Natural Foods, in two locations to serve the community. Thirteen years later, her legacy continues on through the stores. Countless customers and employees over those years had their lives enriched by Norma's knowledge and counsel.

Norma lived life with passion and was a driving force in whatever the situation. She never sat back and watched, was quick to join in, and usually directed whatever activity was going on around her.

Her life's greatest joy and pride were found in her grandchildren. By far, her most treasured time in life was spent with them at her lake house in Culver, IN. Boating, golf cart rides with the little ones, endless laughter, and big family meals were always on the agenda. For Norma, spending time with her kids and grandkids in Culver was as good as life gets. "Grandma B", as the kids called her, showed interest in each one and delighted in entertaining them with stories of her life's more unusual turns. Those cherished times, stories, and memories will live on for many, many years.

Because of COVID-19, a private family service was held at the graveside at Concordia Cemetery, Hammond, IN on Tuesday, December 22, 2020.

Memorials in Norma's name can be given to Tradewinds Services. - HILLSIDE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CENTER KONNIE KUIPER-KEVIN NORDYKE.

married 1st 19 Jun 1952 Pocahontas, Randolph, Arkansas Robert Duwayne McFarland Birth 10 Nov 1932 Vermilion, Edgar County, Illinois Death 26 Jul 1980 Pompano Beach, Broward County, Florida Burial Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens North Pompano Beach, Broward County, Florida son of Frank McFarland and Irma Eldredge, divorced

married 2nd 15 Jun 1973 Staunton, Lake, Indiana James "Jim" Joseph Baum Birth 30 May 1929 Sault Ste Marie, Canada Death 24 Aug 2004 Highland, Lake County, Indiana Burial Calumet Park Cemetery Merrillville, Lake County, Indianason of Fred J Baum and Mary Estelle Malone

James J. Baum
Highland James J. Baum, 75, of Highland, IN, passed away Tuesday, August 24, 2004.

Survived by his daughter Robbie (Bob) Imborek of Schererville; two sons, Randy (Tracey) McFarland of South Carolina and Randy (Jackie) McFarland of Highland; eight grandchildren; Katie and Josh Imborek, Randy, Ryan, and Robert McFarland, Michael, Nicole and Aaron McFarland; s sister, June Baltes of Highland; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be held Friday, at 9:45 a.m. at the Kuiper Funeral Home with Francis Lazar officiating.

Burial, Calumet Park Cemetery, Merrillville.

Friends are invited to meet with the family on Thursday 2 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Kuiper Funeral Home, 9039 Kleinman Road (2 blocks South of Ridge Road), Highland.

Mr. Baum worked as a brick mason for 42 years at Inland Steel and retired in 1988.

He was a member of the 25 Year Club. He spent his retirement years as a volunteer at Community Hospital, going to the beach and golfing with friends.

He was born in Sault Ste Marie, Canada and a graduate from Washington High School.

He enjoyed vacationing in Cancun, Mexico, and he loved spending summers with his friends. He spent many enjoyable hours watching his grandchildren playing sports. He was a fan of the Chicago Bears and served in 1951 until 1954 in Korea as a Staff Sergeant serving in the United States Marine Corps. He was a member of American Legion Post #232 of Hessville.

He was a loving brother, father, uncle and will be missed by all.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Harbor Light Hospice or the Kidney Foundation. The Times Hammond Indiana Thu, Aug 26, 2004 ·Page 207