David Edward Baer

April 6, 1982 - December 19, 2023

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David Edward Baer was born in Santiago, Chile, on April 6, 1982. He was the son of career missionaries Bill and Terri Baer, and he was the second of 3 sons, his siblings being Jonathan and Daniel.

Jonathan, David and Daniel grew up in Chile and came back to the U.S. to go to college. David graduated with a B.A. in Christian studies from Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, and later with a Master of Divinity degree from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Kansas City, Missouri.

While in college David joined the Arkansas Army National Guard. He later transferred to the Missouri Army National Guard. He enrolled in Army R.O.T.C. and was commissioned as a chaplain.

Always active in his local church, David became a deacon in Central Baptist Church in Kansas City, Missouri. Upon moving to Tulsa, Oklahoma, he was an active member of South Tulsa Baptist Church. A true missionary kid, David participated in cross-cultural ministry wherever he went.

While in Kansas City David had many friends who had emigrated from Africa. In South Tulsa Baptist Church he was involved in “Coffee and Conversation,” a ministry to help people learn English.

He loved studying languages. Besides being fluent in English and Spanish, David also studied German and Swahili.

David loved his family. When his dad became seriously ill David came to live with him for several weeks to help him and to encourage him.

He was a good man and a good son.

David succumbed to an acute illness on December 19, 2023. He went to heaven where he joined his mother, who preceded him in death the previous year. That was a joyful reunion for both mother and son.

David is survived by his brothers, Jonathan and Daniel, and by his father, Bill.

Services for David will 2:00 pm Thursday, January 11, 2024 at Second Baptist Church Springfield, MO with visitation from 1:00 to 2:00 pm prior to the service. Interment with full military honors will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens.

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David Edward Baer was born in Santiago, Chile, on April 6, 1982. He was the son of career missionaries Bill and Terri Baer, and he was the second of 3 sons, his siblings being Jonathan and Daniel. Jonathan, David and Daniel grew up in Chile and came back to the U.S. to go to college. David graduated with a B.A. in
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Nuestros deseos de consuelo para una hermosa familia, que fue de gran bendición en nuestro País. Un gran abrazo Pastor y familia

My hearts hurts for you and your family, Prayers and hugs.

Here is a picture of David and Dan in Kansas City in front of the big old brick house he lived in there.
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I am very sorry for your loss. David was a great friend and a good example of what it means to be a man of God. I believe those who are in Christ will see him again.
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My prayers are with all who knew David. Though I never got to meet him personally, I feel like I know David through the stories I got to hear from his brother Jonathan. Though it’s a tough loss for us here, heaven gained a good one.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Billy and the Baer family, my heartfelt sympathy during this time of grief and mourning. While I only know David through what Billy has shared, I know he was a good son as he cared for Billy in his illness. I also know he knew the Lord and is with Him now. My prayers are for you to know the comfort, peace and presence of God at this difficult time.

I'm SO SORRY to hear of your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Mi amado y siempre recordado Pastor Guillermo y familia. Les amamos sin importar la distancia. Pido a nuestros Señor les ayude y fortalezca en el tiempo. Para los hijos de Dios las despedidas tienen siempre esperanza en sus promesas.

Your family adopted me into your family when I moved to Viña Del Mar. I have very fond memories of David then and know he became a godly, sensitive man. I pray that God will continue to comfort you as only He can.

En El Señor les hago llegar mi más hondo sentir por la partida de su hijo tan amado, a quien conocimos desde pequeño junto sus amados padres. En cada campamento EMBAUX CHILE. Más el Dios de toda gracia que nos llamó a su gloria eterna os perfeccione y afirme, fortalezca y establezca. A Él sea la gloria por los siglos de los siglos Amén ????

La Paz y el consuelo solo viene de nuestro Dios.que les amamos por todo los esfuerzos y trabajos acá en Chile, yo personalmente soy una agradecida de sus enseñanzas y el cariño de los misioneros que El Señor nos envió. Y eso no solo va para los Baer sino para todos los que estuvieron con nosotros en Viña y en Chile

Amada Familia Baer. Amados Pastor Guillermo, Jonathan y Daniel, nuestras oraciones están con ustedes. Lamentamos mucho la partida del querido David. Esperamos que nuestro Señor pueda traer el necesario consuelo para sus vidas. Sabemos que solo la gracia y la fortaleza de Dios puede sostenerlos en estos momentos. Creemos que solo Su gran Amor puede ayudarlos a continuar. Todos los pastores de la quinta región en Chile estamos orando por ustedes. La palabra del Señor nos alienta al enseñarnos que: Dios bendice a los que lloran, porque serán consolados. (Mateo 5:4) El SEÑOR es un refugio para los oprimidos, un lugar seguro en tiempos difíciles (Salmos 9:9) Dios es nuestro refugio y nuestra fuerza; siempre está dispuesto a ayudar en tiempos de dificultad (Salmos 46:1) Los amamos. Que la paz del Señor llene sus vidas. Pr. Luis Steven Verdejo B. Presidente de la Unión Regional de Pastores Bautistas de la Región de Valparaíso, Chile.

Familia Baer Moore. Me uno a su dolor ante la partida de David. Pastor Guillermo, Jonathan , Daniel , que Dios consuele sus corazones y les llene de abundante paz. Siempre están en nuestros corazónes, les amamos y oramos por ustedes en este tiempo de aflicción. Reciban nuestro abrazo desde Viña del Mar Chile. Familia Gatica Inostroza.

En mi calidad de presidente de asociación de iglesias bautistas de la Región de Valparaíso Chile nos súmanos al dolor de la partida de David Baer y hacemos llegar nuestras condolencias a su familia de forma muy especial a su padre y hermanos. Un fraterno abrazo. Que La Paz de Dios fortalezca sus vidas.

Juan Carlos Barrera Silva, Presidente de la Unión de Iglesias Bautistas de Chile – UBACH, expresa sus sinceras condolencias a la familia Baer ante la partida de David. La Obra en Chile, mantiene generosos recuerdos del servicio de nuestro hermano Guillermo Baer, en especial en las Iglesias Bautistas de Viña del Mar y Valparaíso. Oramos para que la esperanza en la resurrección les abrace en este tiempo, y la certeza que David y su madre Teresa reposan en los brazos eternos del Padre traiga la consolación necesaria a sus vidas. Santiago de Chile, Enero 7 de 2024

Querida Familia Baer ,les acompañamos desde Chile en la triste partida de David. Nuestro Padre celestial les da su Paz y Consuelo Estamos orando por Guillermo e hijos. Lea y Roberto

Querido hermano, sentimos mucho la partida de David, oramos para que Dios lo inunde en esa paz que sobrepasa todo entendimiento, con cariño familia Parra.

Un gran abrazo mi amigo y hermano... A nombre nuestro y de La Roca... Que la verdadera paz de lo alto les acompañe siempre ...

Dear Baer family, Our hearts are moved because David depart to God's eternity which has brought to you this infinite sorrow. Our love and deep admiration is with you due all you did for the spiritual wellbeing of so many in this country. We owe you too much. On behalf of hundreds of Chilean people who love you all, please receive our condolences. May the Grace of Christ be always with you. Rev. Josué and Érika Fonseca, Santiago, Chile

Baer Family, Please accept our deepest condolences regarding the passing of David! We met him several times and did appreciate his loyalty to his Dad, Mom, and family. May God's richest blessings be upon all of you! May God's peace rest upon you in the days ahead. Our prayers go out to you! Jack & Katy Hays and families

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David was one of the first few people I got to know when I joined South Tulsa Baptist Church. We attended the same Sunday class and later on another men's Bible study. David always encourages people with his warm words. And more than that, he puts God's words into his life and shines light to those around him. Sad to lose a good friend in this world but good to know that he is in love joy and peace with the Lord.

As David's father, I am very proud of him. He was a good man with an honest, sensitive heart. He loved God and he loved his country. He loved to serve others and to share Christ. He and his mother are greatly enjoying being together, and that deeply encourages me.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.

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