Haynes Madden Baumgardner Jr. '65

Col. Haynes Madden Baumgardner, Jr., U.S.A.F. (Ret.) went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, October 3, 2011. After a courageous 5 month battle against lymphoma, he passed away peacefully with his wife and children by his side. He was 64 years old. Haynes was born in Matador, Texas, a town that was forever home to him. He grew up in an Air Force family and traveled the world. Haynes graduated from what is now known as Texas State University in 1969. It was there that he met the love of his life, Cheryl Green. After graduation, they married and like his father before him, Haynes joined the Air Force. He retired as a Colonel in 1994 after proudly serving his country for 25 years. After his retirement, Haynes began a second career as a school teacher. He retired from that profession in 2010. Haynes loved the outdoors and spent his free time working in the yard he cherished. Fish feared him and his family adored him. He was a life member of the North American Hunting Club, North American Fishing Club and the NRA. He enjoyed volunteering on his tractor for his neighborhood association and was an active member of the Yarddogs at Northeast Bible Church. Whatever he did, he mastered. He was preceded in death by his mother, Myrna. Haynes is survived by his loving wife, Cheryl; his daughter, Natalie; his son, Trey and his wife, Lou; his grandsons, Madden and Finn; his father, Haynes Sr.; his brother, Jan and numerous extended family members. Haynes leaves behind wonderful memories and countless examples of what it means to be a great husband, father, grandfather and friend. The family wishes to thank VistaCare Hospice at 1911 Corporate Drive, Ste 104, San Marcos, TX 78666. They cared so tenderly for Haynes. The family will receive friends on Monday, October 10, 2011, from 5:00PM until 9:00PM, at Schertz Funeral Home (FM 3009, Schertz, (210) 658-9224). The Funeral Service will be on Tuesday, October 11, 2011, at 9:00AM, at the Northeast Bible Church, 19185 FM 2252, Garden Ridge, Texas 78266. Interment will follow at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery with United States Air Force Honors.  You are invited to sign the electronic guestbook at http://www.schertzfuneralhome.com/