Robert S."Bucky" Baver, 69, of Kutztown, died unexpectedly on Saturday, July 5, 2025. He was the loving husband of Diane S. (Gambler) Baver. They were married October 4, 1975. Born in Allentown, Bob was the son of the late Ralph E. and Marie E. (Adams) Baver. He was a member of Mount Zion Lutheran Church, Kutztown.
Bob was a graduate of Kutztown Area High School, Class of 1973. He attended Berks Vo-Tech to study auto mechanics.
Bob spent most of his life in the construction trades as a carpenter, primarily building homes. Most recently, he was employed part-time as a groundskeeper at Berkleigh Country Club, Fleetwood.
Robert was a lifetime member of the NRA and Kutztown Beneficial Association, Kutztown. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and attending stock car races. Bob enjoyed listening to all types of music. He was also an animal lover, and took care of many stray cats over the years.
In addition to his wife of 49 years, Diane, Bob is survived by a sister, Linda G. Baver, Hamburg. In addition to his parents, Bob was predeceased by a brother, Barry L. Baver, who died April 29, 1960.
A Memorial Service to honor and celebrate Bob's life will be held on Monday, July 14, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at Mount Zion Lutheran Church, 1343 Long Lane Road, Kutztown, with Vicar Jeremiah T. Heydt, officiating. Inurnment in Dunkel's Church Cemetery, Kutztown. Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. in the church.
Ludwick Funeral Homes and Cremation Care, Inc., Kutztown, is in charge of arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.ludwickfh.com
Monday, July 14, 2025
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Mount Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church
Monday, July 14, 2025
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Mount Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church
Monday, July 14, 2025
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Dunkel's Church Cemetery
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