Dirk Baum Obituary (1956

Dirk Sawyers Baum, age 67, of Springville, Utah, passed away in his home on April 27, 2024 surrounded by his loving wife and children after a short battle with Pancreatic Cancer. He was born August 6, 1956 in Provo, Utah to Linda Rae Sawyers and H. Lowell Baum. He attended Provo High School, served a mission in Japan for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and attended Brigham Young University. He married the love of his life, Daphne Ruf, on July 5, 1978. He spent his professional career of over 48 years with DHI Computing Service in Provo, Utah, holding various positions. At his passing, he served as Chief Technology Officer. The family would like to express their gratitude for the kindness and generosity shown by Lynn and Beth Crandall and the DHI family through his illness. Dirk was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served with faith and honor in every calling he was given. He served weekly in the Provo and Provo City Center Temples for 27 years. His children have noticed his quiet devotion to his beliefs throughout his life and service. Dirk loved traveling and had the opportunity to explore much of the world. He loved trivia, games shows, cooking, and music. He had an easy going personality and was dedicated to supporting his children and grandchildren in their activities. Dirk is survived by his Wife Daphne Ruf, his children Shad Randall Ruf (Wendy), Christina Baum Mugleston (Lane), Mandy Baum Hillman (Chris), Aaron Dirk Baum (Bridget), Ian David Baum, Matthew Willliam Baum, Jeremy Harris Baum (Ana), Annily Baum (Aaron), Emma Baum Spagnolo (Blake), and the best 17 grandchildren in the world. He is also survived by his father, H. Lowell Baum and his siblings Paul William Baum (Amy), Shannon Baum Fowler (Doug), and Michael Todd Baum (Diane). He is preceded by his son Jonathon James Baum and his angelic mother Linda Rae Sawyers. A viewing will be held on Tuesday, April 30th from 6-8pm and Wednesday, May 1st from 10-11am. The funeral will follow at 11:30am. Both the viewing and the service will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located at 495 South Canyon Road Springville, Utah 84663. An interment will follow by invitation only. Copy and paste the link below to watch the funeral service on Zoom. https://zoom.us/j/95976513536?pwd=RHcydVBhRzg4cE42QzFXUUZzWHA3QT09 (https://zoom.us/j/95976513536?pwd=RHcydVBhRzg4cE42QzFXUUZzWHA3QT09) Condolences can be offered at www.springcreekmortuary.com.