David Baldauf

David Baldauf, age 81, a resident of Portland, passed away on Monday, Aug. 28, 2023, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. 

David was born on Dec. 24, 1941, in Portland, the son of Ora and Pauline (Ritter) Baldauf. He graduated from Portland High School and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. David retired from the Portland Forge after 42 years of service and was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Portland.

He married Joyce Siegler on Sept. 19, 1964. 

Survivors include:

His wife of 58 years — Joyce Baldauf, Portland, Indiana 

Two sons — Brian Baldauf, Portland, Indiana, and Jeff Baldauf, Dunkirk, Indiana 

Two brothers — Richard Baldauf (wife: Patty), Portland, Indiana, and Dale Baldauf (wife: Debbie), Portland, Indiana 

One granddaughter — McKenna Baldauf

Private graveside services will be held at Claycomb Cemetery, southwest of Portland. 

Arrangements entrusted to Williamson-Spencer and Penrod Funeral Home in Portland. 

Condolences may be expressed at williamsonspencer.com.