Ivan Baucom
Ivan Baucom, AIA, and Ledges resident developed this proposal for a new clubhouse, which was being considered by all members in 1964-65. Also see our Photo Gallery for other views of the course and club.
Ivan Baucom
A Tribute To A Community Leader
by Jim Benkovich
This past July (2001), our Ledges community lost Ivan Baucom, a long-time resident, who had a pivotal role in shaping the character and attractiveness of this special community.
Ivan and Mary Jan were one of the Ledges pioneer families to settle here. They designed and moved into their house (7450 Kinnikinnick Dr.) in 1957 where they raised two sons; Mike & Steve and their daughter Janet. The kids walked to the corner of Southgate and Elevator where the school bus picked them up.
Al Bowen, the original developer, had the vision for the Ledges as a great place to raise families. Ivan, a prominent architect, gave it a certain sense of acceptance and legitimacy by being one of the first to build out here … many followed Ivan and Mary Jane.
Ivan generously volunteered his expertise in reviewing all building plans in the Ledges, insuring compliance with Deed Covenants. These covenants have since expired. Ivan's firm was also involved in the design of several of the schools and churches in the Roscoe-Rockton communities. Mary Jane and Ivan helped found the Cross & Crown Church.
He was a decent, honorable man with a wonderful sense of humor, who gave a lot to this community. I feel privileged to have known him.
Our condolences to Mary Jane and her family.
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