Brookfield, Wisconsin
Bauer, John J., Jr. Played his final round on this earth Saturday, October 15, 2011, making par on the 18th hole. John is now peacefully sipping a manhattan (no fruit) in Heaven's club house, looking forward to his next tee-time on God's best foursome. Husband of Dian (nee Krueger, Kwiatkowski) and the late Judith DiCola. Father of Debra (nee Bauer) DiCola Gaveras (Peter) and Michael Bauer (Lisa). Step Dad to Kurt Kwiatkowski (Dawn) and Tracy Lessard (Dean). Grandfather to Sam Bauer, Russell Kwiatkowski, Devin and Breianna Lessard. John is the son of the late John J. Bauer, Sr. and the late Bertha Bauer. He is a Korean War Veteran having served in the US Army. In 1999, John retired from EZ Painter Corp., VP of Sales, after a 30+ year career. John was an avid golfer, snowbird, "back seat" gardener, German dumpling maker and closet dog lover. Most of all, he loved his family holiday gatherings. Visitation will be held Thursday, October 20, at the funeral home from 10:30AM until the time of Memorial Service at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Froedtert Hospital Foundation-Lung Cancer Research, 9200 W. Wisconsin Ave., Wauwatosa, WI 53226 are appreciated.
Mike and Debbie,
Just found out about the loss of your dad and I am so sorry!
I know my mom always prayed for yours long after her passing and I will be remembering you all in my prayers as well.
Wishing you Peace.
Joe Rehlinger
October 21, 2011 | Waukesha, WI
Dear Dian:
My prayers and love are with you during this difficult time. I hope you find comfort and peace in our Lord and in the family and friends that surround you.
I wish I could be present today to share the joy of John's life with you. Please know that I am there in spirit.
Love you,
Kim
Kim Fletcher
October 20, 2011 | West Allis, WI
Dear Dian and family, My deepest sympathies to everyone on your loss of John. He was truly a great man with a unique sense of humor. I loved working the shows with him because he always had a different way of looking at the world. He really knew how to tell a story! I will keep John and your family in my thoughts and prayers.Next time I am with some of my ex-EZ Paintr (Shurline) friends, we will raise a glass in honor of John. Sincerely,
Annie Tominsek
October 20, 2011 | West Allis, WI
Dian, I am very sorry to hear about your loss of your best friend and husband. My deepest sympathy goes out to you from myself and my family. John was a great guy, loved the time we had up north with you guys and the times we went to your house. He is resting is good place and now my mother will have someone to have a drink with during happy hour. My orayers and thoughts are with you and your family. God Bless. Love Jenny Smith and family
Jennifer Smith
October 19, 2011 | Oconomowoc, WI
Back in the day when I was at D/A, John took the time to help educate me on the political challenges that I was to face.
He was a great help to me as we tried to drive our private label business together.
He was always a great help to me and I highly valued his counsel.
He took the time to offer his wise counsel to me.
I enjoyed his frank discussions and certainly benefitted from his advice.
There are very few guys like John that come into our lives... I was...
Lee Zimmermann
October 18, 2011 | Chicago, IL
Dian, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Like John I was another one of the "road warriors" in the paint industry. I always looked forward to seeing him at the various shows and of course having a cocktail(s)after. He will be missed but know he is also in a better place.
Sincerely,
Gary Mueller
October 18, 2011 | Plymouth, MN
Deb & Michael:
I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad. Even though I haven't seen him for 40+ years, the picture in the paper is exactly as I remember him (and what a great write up by the way).
He always treated me great as a kid. That much I remember.
Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Deepest Sympathies
John Hermanek
October 18, 2011
Dian, I am truly sorry to hear of John's passing. He most certainly is in a better place, where too I am certain he will lower his handicap. He was always there with a smile. A great friend always, I will miss him dearly on the " show circut ". My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. Sincerely, Tom Forsberg
tom forsberg
October 18, 2011 | Auburn, MA
John, was my true loyal mentor and friend both professionally and personally. He believed in me and for that I will always raise a Manhattan in honor and respect of him (no fruit of course). - Chris Tesmer, Newell Rubbermaid
Chris Tesmer
October 18, 2011 | Cornelius, NC
