Ronald "Bud" Baum Obituary Ronald "Bud" Baum passed away on June 16, 2024, of Supernuclear Palsy. He was 78 years old. He had been sick for about five years. Ronald was born in Denver, Colorado November 17, 1945, to Geraldine (Hansen) Baum and Alfred Baum. He lived his early life in McCook, NE, moving to Lubbock in the 1970's. When he moved to Lubbock, he started a trucking business which he made a great success. He helped many people become very successful. He is survived by his wife, Jan Baum, his son Chad Baum, stepchildren Renae Cobb and Dong Porter, seven grandchildren, one niece, and many friends. Baum is being cremated and no services will be held.