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RIP Christopher Baasch

Kim
Kim
in MEMORIALS

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Most of you will not have known Chris, as he has spent a few decades living in Venezuela. I met him in Southern California in the very early stages of my palm obsession. He was passionate about plants and landscaping, and equally passionate about kindness to all humans and living things.  In Venezuela he went on to create extraordinary landscaping projects and gardens. Below you will find links to his business website and articles with the very sad and shocking details of his death.

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http://www.cbaaschgardens.com/english.html

https://newsbeezer.com/venezulaeng/well-known-american-landscaper-chris-baasch-was-murdered-in-his-home-in-naguanagua/

https://elestimulo.com/capturaron-al-asesino-del-paisajista-christopher-baasch/

Kim Cyr

Between the beach and the bays, Point Loma, San Diego, California USA
and on a 300 year-old lava flow, Pahoa, Hawaii, 1/4 mile from the 2018 flow
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    Terrible. I know it's a beautiful country and that he had deep ties there, but I can't imagine living there right now. Best wishes to his friends, family, and the people of Venezuela.

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    Oh my gosh Kim!  He came to my house years ago.  He was younger than me.  I'm so sorry to hear this! Really a wonderful person.

    -Ron-

    -Ron-

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    Thanks for sharing, @Kim!

    I never met him, but I'm glad to know of his accomplishments.

    It's late for condolences, but I send them anyway . . .

    Let's keep our forum fun and friendly.

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    so sad

    Carlsbad, California Zone 10 B on the hill (402 ft. elevation)

    Sunset zone 24

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    Chris told me years ago about the uncertainties of life living down there. Total bummer. One of the nicer guys I've had the pleasure to know.

     

     

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    On 6/17/2021 at 11:13 PM, Josh-O said:

    so sad

    Chris' parents had/have a home right up the street from Holiday Park. Might I add, posting in the 'Memorials' forum is not something I'm sure none of us look forward to doing.

     

     

     

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