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Jeffrey Bauer Obituary
Jeff was born April 11, 1969 in Alpena to Roger and MaryJane (Jacques) Bauer. Jeff graduated in 1987 from Interlochen Arts Academy in Traverse City and went on to get his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from California Institute of the Arts. An avid reader, philosopher, artist, and adventurer he will always be remembered for his enormous creative spirit.
Jeff is survived by his four amazing children, Jakob, Gabriel, Lauren Clare and Noah Bauer; also by his parents, Roger and MaryJane Bauer of Alpena; his brother, Joel Bauer and sister-in-law Jean (Prevo) Bauer of Alpena; his sister, Kara Bauer of Chicago, Ill.; his ex-wife, Kelli Perkins-Bauer of Coopersville; and his loving companion, Melinda Neeson of Shelbyville.
Following a private service, an open house memorial reception will occur on June 8 at 5 p.m. at the Art In The Loft Space, 109 N. Second Avenue Suite 300, in downtown Alpena.
In lieu of gifts and flowers the family asks that a donation be made to the Jeffrey Bauer Children's Trust Fund 109 E. Chisholm St. Alpena, MI 49707.
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Sean Nolan
June 16, 2013
Hello to the Bauer family from a friend of Jeff's from Boulder many years ago. I knew Jeff through Tom's Beat Book shop, and the Naropa institute and the poetry readings series in town. I liked Jeff very much and we have mutual friends and we are all saddened very much by the sudden news. I place my condolences with you all as I know it will be difficult to move forward without Jeff, whose generous spirit I can see looking back at me from this picture here.
Lynn Kieliszewski
June 7, 2013
Dear Mary Jane, Roger & family,
There are simply no words to describe how sorry and saddened to hear of Jeff's death, or begin to imagine the depth and pain of your loss. I always loved watching Jeff playing with his children, whatever the season, in your backyard--always full of life and full of love for his children. Without question, Jeff leaves a legacy of pride in, and profound affection for not only his children, but each member of his immediate and extended family. You are a remarkable family, never giving up on Jeff and always there with open arms and unconditional acceptance.
My deepest sympathy to each of you,
Lynn Powell-Kieliszewski Alpena, MI
david moehring
June 7, 2013
Dear Mary Jane,Roger and family,
My heart goes out to you at this time of great loss and sadness. You were there for me during my days of anguish and loss. I offer the same consolation to you in the hope that faith,family and friends will hold you in their arms and comfort you as you grieve.
Prayers and Blessings,
David Moehring MD
The Dickey Family
May 18, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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