DEXTER FREDRICK BAER

Dexter Fredrick Baer, age 97, of Algonquin, IL passed away on Tuesday, May 31, 2011, at the Sandwich Rehab and Health Care Center in Sandwich, IL. He was born on Nov. 14, 1913 in Chicago, IL, the son of Fredrick and Ella (Eidsor) Baer. Dexter was united in marriage on Sept 30, 1944 to the former Miss June Elliott and they spent the next 61 happy years together until her passing on June 18, 2005. Mr. Baer was formerly employed as a Certified Public Accountant by HUD, Housing and Urban Development. He was a member of the Illinois CPA Society and a former member of the Loyal Order of the Moose. Mr. Baer was a longtime member of the Peace Lutheran Church in Cherokee Village, AR, where he lived for many years. He enjoyed playing cards, square dancing and was a wonder at doing crossword puzzles throughout his life. Dexter was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle who will be deeply missed by both his family and friends. He is survived by his daughters, Gloria Gessler of Algonquin, IL and Nancy Baer of Rockford, IL; his grandson, Kurt (Megan) Gessler of Yorkville, IL; his great-grandchildren, Katherine and Jamison Gessler; as well as many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, June Baer; his grandson, Kenneth Gessler on Jan. 11, 2006; as well as his nine siblings. A Graveside Service will take place at 4 p.m. on Friday, June 17, 2011, at the Sugar Grove Cemetery, in Sugar Grove, IL. Arrangements by Nelson Funeral Homes & Crematory, www.NelsonFuneralHomes.com or (630) 553-7611.