Louis "Kim" Baltzer Massillon, Ohio Obituary

Louis "Kim" Baltzer

“We would much prefer to leave our home in the body and be at home with the Lord.” (2 Corinthians 5:8) Surrounded by family, Louis Kim Baltzer went home to be with the Lord, Friday, March 20, 2020. Kim is preceded in passing by his parents June and Louis E. Baltzer, sisters Amy Baltzer and Jill Skirtich, Loretta Bobeck (Mother in Law) and Frank Bobeck (Father in Law). He is survived by Catherine, his devoted wife of (52) years, their children, Christine (Thomas) Maurer, Michael (Karen) Baltzer and two brothers-in-law, Richard Clemens and Daniel Skirtich. Kim began his career as a lineman for Ohio Power and Ohio Edison, before becoming a self-employed electrical contractor. With years of knowledge and experience, he began teaching the Electrical Trades Program at Massillon’s Washington High School. While at WHS, he and his Electrical Trades classes provided over (25) families the gift of electricity, as they wired over (25) Habitat for Humanity homes. For his service, he received Habitat for Humanity’s Outstanding Volunteer Service Award in 2002. He also served on Massillon’s Electrical Board, and helped provide a better life for a little boy in Ecuador, through his support of Compassion International. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider a contribution to the National MS Society (Ohio Buckeye Chapter). Due to the pandemic, a private memorial service honoring Kim’s life will be at the Paquelet Funeral Home in Massillon with burial at Rose Hill Memorial Park.
February 8, 1948 - March 20, 202002/08/194803/20/2020
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Dr. Jack R. Baker
April 1, 2020
I was out of town for 2 weeks in March and was unaware of Louie's death until looking for another obituary today, when I came upon his. Prior to my retirement nearly 5 years ago, Louie was a patient of mine for several years. His kind demeanor, his sense of humor and h... Continue Reading
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March 30, 2020

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Bob and Linda Berens
March 25, 2020
Cathy and family, Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your dear husband and father. He will surely be missed and fondly remembered by his family and by those of us who were privileged to know him and work beside him these many years. God bless you and you will be in o... Continue Reading
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wayneandstarr@sssnet.com
March 24, 2020
Cathy and family, Just a note to let you know that you are in our prayers during this time of loss. Will remember Kim's smile and our eating out together:) I have been down with fibro, but will be in contact. Wayne and Starr also, Todd and Holly
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Linda Peterson
March 23, 2020
Dear Cathy, I just wanted to say I am sorry for your loss. Please take care. Sincerely Linda Peterson
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Sue Blackstone
March 23, 2020
Dear Cathy and family, We are so sorry to hear of Kim's passing. He always had a smile and a friendly comment for everyone. He will be missed. Sue and John Blackstone
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Cindy
March 23, 2020
Cathy and family, I’m so sorry to hear of Kim’s passing. What a great man he was. You are all in my prayers! Cindy Baltzer
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Joe Herrick
March 23, 2020
Kim was a great supporter of the community. Every year the Massillon Police Department ran their DARE Christmas tree lot, Kim set up all the electric for the lot and camper to keep us lit up, warm & comfortable. Then he lent his expertise to the high school trades progra... Continue Reading
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