Harold W. Bauer Sr.

Harold W. Bauer, Sr., of Springfield, died at 9:54 p.m. on Friday, December 14, 2012 at St. John's Hospital surrounded by his family. Harold was born December 28, 1916 in Brooklyn, NY, the son of William A. and Mary Doll Bauer. He spent his early years in Staten Island, where he married Elizabeth Mae Hayward on June 14, 1941. His queen preceded him in death in 2000. He attended New York City schools and served in the United States Coast Guard. He later worked in the Brooklyn Navy Yard. The family moved to Springfield in June 1947. He entered the construction industry and worked many years as a bricklayer. In retirement he enjoyed gardening and giving away his produce as well as other helpful services to family and friends with his typical generosity. Harold was preceded in death by his wife; parents; one sister, Marie; and a brother, Gib. He is survived by one son, Harold (wife, Judy) Bauer; three grandsons, Kyle, Dylan (wife, Crystal), and Tyler (wife, Michelle); three great-grandsons, Zerrick, Gavin and Max; one great-granddaughter, Meredith; as well as several nieces and nephews. Also surviving are one brother, Bill; and one sister, Lois. Visitation: Family will receive friends from 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. on Thursday, December 20, 2012 at Kirlin-Egan & Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield. Funeral Ceremony: 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 20, 2012 at Kirlin-Egan & Butler Funeral Home, with Rev. Jeff Grant officiating. Burial will follow at Camp Butler National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to: St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1905.