Frank George Baumgartner

Frank George Baumgartner, age 91 of Toledo, OH completed his time on earth today and now basks in the light of the Lord's face. He gave up his soul as he was surrounded by family at home. Born January 3, 1930, in Toledo to Frank and Marguerite Baumgartner, he was a Boy Scout, Altar Boy, Church Choir member, Navy veteran, a Physical Therapist for 34 years with his own practices in Toledo and Sylvania, and most importantly, a loving father and husband. Frank was preceded in death by the love of his life, Louise, his first son Frank, and his sisters Joan Van Der Velden and Alice Beitelschees. He is survived by his younger sister, Elaine Mikel, and seven of his children - Dutch (Kim), Fritz (Mary Ann), Max (Michelle), Kurt (Karen), Amy, Trudi, and Hans. Frank was a tough guy with a tender heart, a strong Catholic faith, and a wonderful sense of humor. Referred to as Papa by his 32 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren (and counting), he loved the children. He also loved to tell stories and jokes… and some of his jokes were even funny! He had a passion for physical activity - the harder the better. In high school, he was a Golden Gloves boxer and in the Navy, he decided to try wrestling. What he lacked in technique he compensated for with strength and determination. With a only a few years of wrestling experience, he placed 5th in the Olympic trials - missing the Olympic team by 1 spot. When coaching his 6 boys in football or wrestling, he would say, "If you can't beat 'em, beat 'em up". He also enjoyed participating in gymnastics at the Toledo Turners, alongside his kids, and Friday night "roughhouse nights" on the mats in the basement. Selling his Physical Therapy practice at the age of 60, he was able to retire and enjoy time with his family, often at his vacation retreat in Presque Isle, MI. A Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 2nd in the narthex at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 5856 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo, OH 43614, and will be followed by a mass at 11:30 a.m. Interment will be private at Calvary Cemetery. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Please view Frank's Memorial video and leave a condolence message for the family at CoyleFuneralHome.com.

Frank George Baumgartner

January 3, 1930 - October 26, 2021