Gary David Bath
Gary David Bath, a cherished member of the Kewaskum community, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2024, at the age of 55.
Born on April 7, 1969, and raised on the historic “Bath” family homestead, Gary graduated from Kewaskum High School and remained deeply connected with his high school friends throughout his life.
Gary dedicated himself to the family business, working alongside his father, Clarence, and later took the reins after Clarence retired. He was not only a devoted son but also a loving brother, uncle, and friend. Gary played a significant role in the lives of his nieces and nephews, always offering guidance and support.
An active member of the community, Gary’s passion for music, family, and friends was evident to all who knew him. He found joy in attending concerts, particularly those of the Grateful Dead, working with his hands, searching for treasures, cheering on races, and sharing laughter with his friends.
Gary appreciated the simple pleasures in life, often unwinding with a brat and cold beer, at the end of the day. His warm heart, generous spirit, and infectious laughter will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Those Gary leaves behind to cherish his memory include two sisters, Jean and Joan Bath; four brothers, David Bath, Ronald Bath, Daniel Bath, and Allen J. (Debra) Bath; nieces and nephews, Gary Ronald (Anita) Bath, Jennifer (Kevin) Breitkreutz, Mary Jo Bath, Mathew Bath, Michelle Bath, Mark Bath, Jessica Bath, Nicole Utecht, Tiffany Bath, Lucille Crites, Jean Crites, Savannah Crites, Marvin Crites, Keesha Hersh, Alicia Balboa, and Lissette Balboa; 19 great-nieces and nephews; friends, Dayle Ponath, Ken Weiss, Wendy Ulrich, John Tischendorf, Ben O’Leary, Kevin Egelseer, Mike Murre, Mike (Kate) Limberg, Ron Dorzok, Mark Glamann, Allen L. & Twyla Bath, Heath Wiskerchen, Brian & Patty Homojen, Jesse & Lana Alexandra, and Stanley (Bud) Menzynski.
Gary was preceded in death by his father, Clarence Bath; his mother, Lucille Bath; a sister, Diane Bath; and two great nieces, Lucinda Bath and Iris Balboa.
A Celebration of Life for Gary will be held at River Hill Park in Kewaskum on May 18, 2024, beginning at Noon.
The family would like to thank Froedtert West Bend (ICU) and Froedtert Wauwatosa (MICU).
