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Keith Bauder Obituary

Keith R. Bauder, 58, of Leesport, passed away September 11, 2011 at the Reading Hospital & Medical Center.

He was the husband of Karen L. (Riegel) Bauder with whom he shared 37 years of marriage with on March 16.

Born in West Reading, he was the son of the late Raymond O. and June F. (Killian) Bauder.

He graduated from Wilson Senior High School in 1971.

Throughout his life he pursed many careers and found his passion was flying. His journey lead him to become founder and co-owner of American Flight Services at the Reading Regional Airport, where he was Chief Flight Instructor, Pilot, and Designated Examiner.

The last few years he enjoyed life by riding his motorcycle, golfing, and fishing in Maine.

In addition to his wife, Karen, he is survived by two sons, Jason K. Bauder, West Lawn, and Jeremy K. Bauder, Mohrsville; a daughter, Jenny K. Bauder, Philadelphia; and a brother, Cory L. Bauder, Mt. Penn.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, at Epler's United Church of Christ, Leesport, with the Rev. Dave Bushnell officiating. Visitation with the family will be held from 10-11:00 AM, Saturday, at the church. Burial will be in Epler's Church Cemetery. Lamm & Witman Funeral Home, Wernersville, is in charge of arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Keith's name to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 961 Marcon Blvd., #452, Allentown, PA 18109 or to The Keith R. Bauder Memorial Fund of Berks County Community Foundation, 237 Court Street, Reading, PA 19601.

Online condolences may be made at www.lammandwitman.com.

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Published by Reading Eagle on Sep. 14, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Keith Bauder

27 Entries

Ben Wilson

September 26, 2023

Miss you Keith! One of the greatest men and Flight Instructors I have ever known!

John Richardson

July 12, 2012

I was trying to find Keith's number tonight to give him a call. I haven't talked with him in about six years and I and I wanted to say hello and ask him about a plane I am thinking about buying.

When my google search brought up his obiturary I was shocked and saddend beyone belief.

Keith was one of the best guys I have ever known. I have fond memories of flying around the country with him and talking about life while we passed the time.

My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

September 17, 2011

September 17, 2011
To Keith's Family,
As a fellow Flight Examiner with Keith, I was sadden to to hear of his passing. We lost a very professional pilot, flight examiner & Instructor.
but most of all a great guy. He will be missed. Our deepest sympathy go out to the whole family.
Sincerely,
Vern Moyer
and everyone at Moyer Aviation

Ben Wilson

September 17, 2011

Keith you will be GREATLY missed!!! Keith was not only my boss, but my Chief Pilot, Designated Examiner, Flight Instructor and Friend. Keith will always hold a special place in my heart! Keith not only gave me every rating from my Private Pilot through my Multi-Engine, but he was the man who taught me how to land a plane properly! Every time I land I think of him, I'm sure every passenger I carry in my planes thanks him too! Keith helped me realize my dream of flying and I will ALWAYS be forever thankful to him for that! We miss you Keith, put in a good word to the big man for all of us!

Joy Kreider

September 17, 2011

Karen and family,
I'm sending you all a big hug and keeping you close at heart as you say goodbye to a wonderful husband and father. I know that his love and guidance will continue to be a big part of your lives as you live on in this new existence. He was a special guy with a winning smile. Karen, please call...Joy Kreider

September 16, 2011

To Karen & family, Please except our condolences in the loss of your husband/father, no words can express the grief, pain, and helplessness you must feel. May God send Keith back to you in angel form to keep you safe through out your time here, until your journey leads you home and together again you shall be. Linda & Stan Hess

Craig Moritz

September 16, 2011

I will always remember Keith as the greatest guy I ever worked for, and I'm sure that all of his customers and employees will remember him the same way.
My deepest sympathies for Karen and the rest of his family. I regret being unable to attend Saturday.

Al Ottinger

September 15, 2011

to Keith's family:
Please accept my condolences for your loss. As a long-time student & customer of Keith's I have the utmost respect for him as a pilot & person. He made me a better pilot & I'm grateful for that as well as having to gotten to know him. He'll be missed by many. ...

Jim Kreider

September 15, 2011

Karen, I am very sorry for your loss. I have many good memories of Keith. He helped me buy my first airplane and gave me almost all of my aviation checkouts. He will be missed.
Jim Kreider

John Toomey

September 15, 2011

To the Bauder Family,

I am very sorry for your loss.

Keith and I were friends and worked together for years, starting when we were both flight instructors at Cap Aviation. Later he acted as the Designated Examiner for many of my students. He was a very upbeat guy who was well known as a fine aviator and instructor. He was successful in his business because he kept a positive outlook and wasn't afraid of hard work.

Keith will be sorely missed by all who knew him.

Mike Lysko

September 15, 2011

To the Bauder Family,
I am sorry to hear of your great loss. It was a privilege to work for and get to know Keith at the flight school in Reading

Karen & Rob Kline

September 15, 2011

Karen,
We are so very sorry to hear about Keith. He was always a fixture over here and will be missed by all of his friends here at Reading Air Charter.

Marrybell Beavens

September 14, 2011

I worked for Keith for 7 years at the airport and he was truly loved. There was not 1 day in those 7 years that I worked for him that he did not make me smile. He always took care of everyone before himself without hesitation. We're going to miss you Keithy!

Love, Marrybell Beavens

Robert Mohn

September 14, 2011

Karen,
There are so many platitudes that come to mind, but none will sooth the pain and loss. I am sure that all of your friends are sending best wishes and prayers for you and your family. May God bless the comings and goings for you, and yours.
Rob

September 14, 2011

To the Bauder family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Keith was one of my favorite customers at the bank. I will miss him.
Patti Lins

Cookie Hermort

September 14, 2011

Dear Karen,
I'm sorry for your loss
I was looking forward to seeing you guys Sat at our class reunion..
Stay Strong....with much Love

Karl,Carol,Kaycie Gabel

September 14, 2011

To Cory and family sorry about Keith.

Theresa (Groff) Schermick

September 14, 2011

Karen and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May you find peace in knowing that Keith will be watching over you from the sky where he loved to be.

September 14, 2011

To the family, my condolences. I worked with "Hillbilly" Keith at Wetterau. I will always remember our Friday morning breakfast trips from Reading to Lancaster via the Cherokee Arrow after working 3rd shift in the warehouse. Happy flying Keith. Steve Werley, Hamburg

Debbie Ketner

September 14, 2011

Karen and Family - I was so sorry to hear about Keith. He was a great person and loved by many.

September 14, 2011

As a fellow pilot I met Keith when I flew for Smith Kline out of the Reading airport. Over the years Keith signed my log book many times. We enjoyed flying together, but never had the chance to wack the little white ball around the golf course. As a physician he was always asking my opinion about something medical, usually when the tower was trying to call me or I was shooting an approach. When he was home recently I enjoyed our phone conversations. There will always be a special place in my heart for Keith. The picture of him with that smile says it all. I'll miss you buddy.

glenn freed

Scott Cresko

September 14, 2011

Keith was an expert conversationalist and he had a wonderful attitude about life. I frequently drove to Reading from the Wilkes-Barre area to rent airplanes from the Flight School and always enjoyed talking to him. His personality was truly second to none!

Ken Highley

September 14, 2011

We were very sad to hear about Keith. He was a great person to work for, and I owe him a lot for the instruction and leadership that he provided me there at the flight school. Always the joker, and providing all that wisdom that he had! To the kids....you were all he talked about, and was proud of all of you. We are so sorry for your loss.

September 14, 2011

Alan and I are sorry for your loss. Keith was a wonderful neighbor, and we will miss the mentally stimulating conversations with him which always left us smiling. May God comfort your family.
Janice and Alan

September 14, 2011

I am very sorry for your loss. There is now another great pilot flying high.
Sincerely, Scott Hinks

September 14, 2011

To the family, and Cory.. I know it has been a very long time, but Keith was a special guy. So very sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Chris and Jason Garver

Jack Weglinski

September 14, 2011

I met Keith in 1976 when we worked together at Wetterau, Inc., (formerly G.H. Delp) in Tuckerton. We both loved flying and became partners in the purchase of a Piper Arrow airplane. I last spoke with Keith about 6 months ago, and it seemed as though he had his health problems under control. I was shocked to hear from Karen that my good friend has passed away. Special condolences to Karen and the entire family. I cannot begin to tell you how sorrowful the news of his death has affected me.

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