Brig. Baldev Singh Bath

Obituary of Brig. Baldev Singh Bath ਸਬ ਮ$ ਜੋ ਿਤ ਜੋ ਿਤ ਹੈ ਸੋ ਈ ਿਤਸ ਤੇ ਚਾਨਣ ਸਭ ਮੁ ਖ ਚਾਨਣ ਹੋ ਇ सब में ज्योित जोत है सोई ितस ते चानन सब मैं चानन होई Sub mein jyoti jot hai soi tisde chanan sab main chanan hoi. (It is the same spirit that pervades all. It is His light which illuminates every being.) Baldev Singh Bath, age 87, of Atlanta, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his home on December 28, 2025, surrounded by his loving family—his devoted wife Siti, daughter Ritu, son-in-law Biranj, and granddaughters Jiya and Zarah. Baldev was born on June 10, 1939, in Garanga, Punjab, India to his parents Gurdayal Singh and Angrez Kaur. From an early age, he demonstrated discipline, curiosity, and a drive for excellence— qualities that defined his life. Baldev began his career with a commission into the prestigious Bombay Sappers Corps of Engineers of the Indian Army. He served his nation with distinction, commanding the 106 and 107 Regiments of the Corps of Engineers. After a 30-year distinguished career, Baldev chose early retirement in 1990 to move to the US to pursue better education opportunities for his children, Ritu and Guri. Baldev began a new chapter in the US in 1991, settling in Augusta, GA. He was as an entrepreneur, running successful businesses including several hotels and a taxi company with over 300 cars. He retired from this chapter, continuing to keep his mind sharp with managing his investments, gardening, playing golf and remaining competitive with games with his family, including billiards and rummy. Baldev was always an avid sportsman. He loved golf and proudly claimed that he “hits his weight instead of his age”. His athletic pursuits also included squash, horse riding, flying planes, sailing, and boxing. He was selected to represent India in Olympic sailing and his brief boxing career famously ended in the first round after a broken nose, a story he shared with great humor. Baldev was an excellent cook, known especially for his chicken curry. His ideal evening included classical music and two glasses of scotch. A sharp and analytical thinker, he loved the stock market—though the family never quite figured out whether he made money or gave it all away, earning him the affectionate nickname “Mother Teresa.” Baldev is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years, Siti; his daughter Ritu; son Guri; son-in-law Biranj; daughter-in-law Preeti; and his cherished grandchildren—Jiya, Zarah, Armaan, Jaan, and Shaan. He is also survived by his brothers Hardev and Kuldeep in India, and Jagdeep in the United States. Baldev’s larger-than-life, colorful, and vibrant personality will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew him. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Open Page Foundation, a non-profit providing education materials to refugees and immigrants, started by his granddaughter Jiya. Please follow this link for donations https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=4TFM8NQJX44XY . In memory of his joyful spirit, the family kindly requests that attendees wear color. (No white or black.) Service Information Date: January 4, 2026 Funeral Procession: Begins at 3 PM Service Location: Mayes Ward Dobbins Historic Marietta Chapel Mayes Ward-Dobbins 180 Church Street NE Marietta, GA 30060 If unable to attend in person a live stream can be found at: https://www.mayeswarddobbins.com/obituaries/baldev-bath/#!/PhotosVideos The service will be followed by Ardaas, Kirtan, and Langar at: Guru Nanak Mission Society 1158 Rockbridge Rd NW Norcross, GA 30093

Brig. Baldev Singh Bath

June 10, 1939 - December 28, 2025