Steven Collamore Baumler

Steven Collamore Baumler, beloved father and friend, died peacefully in his sleep after a brief battle with Glioblastoma Multiforme. He was surrounded by friends and family who knew him well and loved him fiercely. Born October 11, 1966, in Washington, D.C., Steve enjoyed a rich, colorful life filled with extraordinary experiences and accomplishments. He briefly lived in England; spent a summer in Greece; caught lobsters in Florida; rode roller coasters all over the U.S.; visited Las Vegas 32 years in a row; saw hobbit holes in New Zealand; organized The Baumler Beach Trip in the Outer Banks (North Carolina); hosted incredible tailgates and appeared as “The Commander” at Washington Commanders (Redskins!) games; skydived, caved, climbed, excelled in Trivia Nights, and hosted poker games in Virginia; played fantasy football with his BFL friends; played countless board games and video games; and beat Eric Bull to claim the lifetime World Champion Hearts title, which will forever belong to Steve. A lover of science fiction, fantasy, and the written word, Steve read and wrote avidly throughout his life. He graduated with a BA in English from his beloved James Madison University (1990) and regularly kept in touch with friends from Brentsville District High School (1985). He spent many years working with friends at MowCow and immortalized himself through his book Inherent Nature (2009). But his greatest accomplishments and joy were his sons, Logan and Luke, who will miss him dearly. While raising them, he volunteered and chauffeured them through many school and sports activities, loved cooking them food using ingredients he grew, and was fondly known as “Campy” because he organized many Cub Scout campouts. He is also survived by his mother Wendy (Terry Jenks); brother Chuck; half-brothers Scott (Pam) and Mark; half-sister Valerie; his former wife of many years, Kristina; and many friends he considered family. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Baumler. Instead of flowers, his family requests donations to American Cancer Society/Relay For Life, which Steve supported for more than 25 years. You can read more of his story on CaringBridge A memorial gathering will be held at and streamed from Pierce Funeral Home in Manassas, Virginia, at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, followed by a potluck celebration of life/New Year's Eve party that will start at 5 p.m. at the family home.

Steven Collamore Baumler

October 11, 1966 - November 23, 2024