Grave Hunter L. Frank Baum D.O.B.: May  15, 1856 (Chittenago, NY) D.O.D.: May 6, 1919 (Hollywood, CA) Cause of Death: Stroke Location: Forest Lawn Glendale; Iona; Section G Biographical Notes: The writer of "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" in 1900. Additional Resources: Is Baum in YOUR family tree? Find out by visiting Surname Finder