Obituaries

Donna Jean Buum, of Fremont, CA, passed away on March 10, 2018 in Aptos, CA.

Donna was born in Wisconsin on April 6, 1930 and eventually moved to Iowa during her junior high years. After high school she met the love of her life, Bob Buum. They started their story together when they married in 1950 and soon added four children to the family. Eventually their journey together took them to California where they became residents of Fremont in 1962. Bob established his teaching and coaching career at Irvington High School while Donna successfully managed the many family obligations within the home. She was actively engaged and a strong supporter of her children throughout their years. She was, and always will remain, a powerful influence in both her children and grandchildren lives. Donna was an active member of her church family, Evangelical Free (now Bridges Community Church), in Fremont. Her love for music provided her with various opportunities to participate in several women chorus groups. Her favorite pastime was anything involved with the arts and theater. That love for music inspired her to learn and eventually become a phenomenal pianist. Donna worked for the City of Newark for 14 years until her retirement.

Donna Buum is preceded in death by Bob Buum. She is survived by Benny Buum, Bradley Buum, Beth Martin, and Brenda Buum Jacobs and their families, which include her 9 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. Donna will be deeply missed by all who were privileged to know her. Her laughter and sense of humor was infectious. She had an endearing smile and caring heart, ready to lend her assistance where needed, whatever the situation. That smile was present to her very last hours; amazing love, amazing strength. She is now Home with her Heavenly Father and reunited with Bob.

We love you Mom, Grandma, Donna!

In honor of what would have been her 88th Birthday, feel free to wear your favorite color (her favorite was green!).

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