Joseph Anthony Baumgartner

Joseph Anthony Baumgartner passed away peacefully on May 16 at the age of 71.

Survivors include his sister, Patricia (Baumgartner) Briggs of Camby, Indiana and his sister Marianne Baumgartner of Newburgh, Indiana; and daughters, Kristen (Mike)Poindexter of Indianapolis, Indiana, Heidi (Eric) Mayo of Indianapolis, Indiana; and his son, Andy (Jenn) Baumgartner of Indianapolis Indiana; five grandchildren, Eli Baumgartner, Jacob Poindexter, Rowan Stanley, Elliott Stanley, and Selah Baumgartner. He is preceded in death by his Mother, Maxine Baumgartner, and his father, Richard Baumgartner; his grandson, Jeremiah Thomas Ragon and his granddaughter, Madeline Delaney Ragon.

Joseph was born on September 20, 1946, in Evansville, Indiana. He graduated from Sacred Heart Central High School with the class of 1964. He studied at IUPUI in Indianapolis and earned a Bachelor's degree in Accounting. He was a dedicated banker for many years.

His family and friends remember him best for his witty sense of humor, his positive personality, his passion for collecting stamps and mechanical banks, and his love of music. He had a bottomless supply of love for everyone he met. His doors were always open...he was a great friend to all. Joseph loved his family and spending time with his grandchildren.

Joseph's devotion to the holiday of Christmas led him to collect over 2,000 Christmas ornaments and various Christmas Villages that he displayed every year for his children's and grandchildren's delight.

A private service will be held at a later date. In celebration of Joseph's life, give a hug to the person to your left.

Final care and cremation arrangements were entrusted to Carlisle-Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. Please visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to leave a personal message for the family.