Richard E. Baade

Richard E. “Dick” Baade, 83, of Angola, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Laurels of DeKalb in Butler, Indiana.

He was born on May 8, 1940, in Muncie, Indiana to Robert H. and Velma B. (Goheen) Baade.  Richard graduated from Angola High School and received an engineering degree from Purdue University.

Richard was a long-time water skier and loved racing sailboats on Lake James.

He is survived by his son, Robert “Rob” (Jodie) Baade of Angola, Indiana; four grandchildren and one brother, Jon R. Baade of Quincy, Michigan.

He was preceded in death by his parents and son, Richard E. “Rick” Baade II on February 6, 1988.

Following Richards wishes, there will be no services.

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