Michael G. Mauer

1927 - 2018

MAUER, MICHAEL G. "Mike" of Plantation passed away on October 11th, his 91st birthday, in Melbourne, FL. Mike was born 10/11/27 in Kansas City, MO to his parents who predeceased him, Michael G. and Ruby Kelly Mauer. He is also predeceased by his devoted wife of 57 years, Janet, who passed away 10/4/17, and his only sister, Patricia Marie Baar. Mike was a proud member of the Greatest Generation, serving in both the Merchant Marines during WWII and the Army during the Korean conflict. He moved to Miami in 1953 and never left South FL, building a house in Plantation Acres in 1973, which was his final home. Mike worked as an engineer for over 50 years in the window and building industry. Upon retirement, he went to work "for fun" as an usher at Bank Atlantic Center, Joe Robbie Stadium, as he always called it, as well as other stadiums in the area. He leaves behind his loving and beloved only daughter, Lisa Mauer of Deerfield Beach, his oldest friend of 77 years, Roger Bridewell, his niece, Linda Thompson (Carl), three nephews, Ken (Kate) Baar, Dan (Chris) Baar, and Gordon (Sue) Baar, his "other daughter" Veronique La Roche Toomes and his son from a brief and early marriage, Lee (Debbie) Mauer, as well as many close friends and neighbors. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to T.M. Ralph Funeral Home - Sawgrass, 371 NW 136th AV, Sunrise , FL 33325 www.tmralph.com with Visitation was held on Thursday, Oct. 18th from 4:00-7:00pm. Funeral Mass on TODAY, at 12:00 noon at St. David Catholic Church, 3900 S. University Dr., Davie, FL 33328