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Paul Hauer Obituary
Milwaukee - Entered into the Fullness of Eternal Life on February 5, 2021 at the age of 47. Born on May 27, 1973 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to parents Michael and Carol Hauer. He graduated from Dominican High School in Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin where he served as student council president and was honored to be the senior class speaker at his commencement ceremony. He studied in Asunción, Paraguay as a foreign exchange student during the summer following his high school graduation. Paul attended Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering. He received the Marquette University Presidential Leadership Scholarship and represented his peers as a student government senator. Paul worked in the field of biomedical engineering following completion of his undergraduate degree. Paul continued his education at Drake University Law School in Des Moines, Iowa where he earned his Doctor of Jurisprudence.
Paul worked as an attorney at Centro Legal por Derechos Humanos, Inc. in Milwaukee and Waukesha where he applied his fluency in Spanish to serve the community. Paul continued his legal career as an Assistant District Attorney with the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office for over 15 years, most recently working at the Vel R. Phillips Juvenile Justice Center. He was a dedicated public servant.
During Paul's childhood, he demonstrated his vocal and theatrical talents while participating in various musical and theatrical productions in the Milwaukee area. He performed with the Skylight Opera Company, the Great Lakes Opera Company, and Dominican High School. He also performed as a soloist in a concert held by the United States Air Force Academy Choir at the Basilica of Saint Josaphat.
Paul also expressed his artistic talent through the creation of various artwork throughout his life. He was passionate in his enjoyment of nature and was an active outdoorsman. Paul treasured his time spent camping, fishing, hiking, birding, and biking. He had a great love for art, music, and literature. Paul participated in youth soccer and baseball leagues and remained a lifelong fan of these sports. He also enjoyed conducting extensive research to document his family genealogy.
Paul is survived by his parents, Michael and Carol (nee Krajnak) Hauer and his siblings, Sara (Hauer) Wells (Bradley), Emily Hauer (Richard Todd Davis), and Mark Hauer. He is further survived by aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends.
A memorial service will be hosted digitally by Lake Park Lutheran Church on Monday, February 15, 2021. A prelude with digital visitation will begin at 6:30 p.m. CST. The memorial service will begin at 7:00 p.m. CST and will be broadcasted live from the church. All are invited to attend digitally. The memorial service can be viewed by typing https://bit.ly/PaulHauerMemorial into a web browser.
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Aramis Defort
April 27, 2021
Though we experience sadness at this excellent man´s departure I must believe The Creator recalled him according to His timeline. It was good to know you Paul.
In Memory of Paul Michael Hauer
Kathy Olewinski
March 6, 2021
Mike & Carol, Sara, Emily and Mark. My deepest sympathies for the loss of your dear son and brother, Paul. His touching memorial service reflected the many ways he changed the world for the better as a treasured gift to his family, friends, colleagues, and so many others he encountered and served. Peace and God Bless your family, and all who had the privilege of knowing Paul during his remarkable and memorable life of everlasting impact.
CHAD BONDAR
March 3, 2021
Great guy gone too soon!
Steven McGaver
February 23, 2021
Paul was a fantastic lawyer, a worthy adversary, and a caring and reasonable man. He will be missed. My deepest condolences for your loss.
Mary Sharon Gregory
February 17, 2021
Paul was an amazing young man in every way. His leadership, kindness and intelligence at Dominican both inside and outside the classroom made him so special. I am so sorry for your loss. God bless!
Mark Snell
February 17, 2021
Dear Hauer family, I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Paul as a kind, sensitive, and intelligent person both in high school and beyond. Paul completed law school just as I was starting, and his words of encouragement and his own accomplishments served as an inspiration for me during some challenging times. I hope that you will find comfort in your memories and pride in having such a special person in your lives.
Cynthia Walker
February 15, 2021
My condolences to the family, I had the pleasure of meeting and working with Paul at the District Attorneys office. Paul was kind, courteous & always had a smile. He will truly be missed. GOD Bless!
E Michael McCann
February 15, 2021
Mother Hauer, your remarks were deeply Christian and profoundly wise. You have lost a splendid son and
focus with gratitude for God's gift of your years with Paul rather than on anger for his parting.
Ruth Campos
February 15, 2021
I am simply heartbroken to hear of Paul's sudden passing. He was such a respectful, smart, kind, patient, and funny man who I loved working with. He will surely be missed by so many. I was blessed to have known and worked with him. Thoughts and prayers to all of his family and friends to comfort your hearts. Take care and stay well
Carolyn Humphreys
February 15, 2021
In all the years that I worked with Paul, he never changed. He was serious about his work but found time to be friendly and interact - imparting information and a moment of laughter from time to time. I offer my condolences to the Hauer family. I pray that the memories of Paul give you some peace and I pray that God will give you His peace, His love and His joy as you go through this trying time.
Connie and Dave Kenney
February 15, 2021
Dave and I are so very sorry for your loss. We hold you in our hearts and prayers. In reading Paul's obituary, he certainly was an outstanding young man who will be so sorely missed by his loving family, coworkers, friends. What a lovely man!
Brian Sammons
February 15, 2021
I only worked with Paul briefly, but it was clear to me he was a good and kind person. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.
Rick Falk
February 15, 2021
My condolences to Paul's family. I worked with Paul at Children's Court and we had fun teasing one another. Paul was a quick wit and had a ready smile. I think we worked together on his last jury trial, and I was on a case with Paul the day before he died. His death is a great shock. Paul was a good man. He will be missed by many.
Pam Bredeson
February 15, 2021
I will never forget Paul, a very accomplished and talented man. He was kindness personified with a wonderful sense of humor. The world is a poorer place with his passing. My heart goes out to his devastated family of whom he was so very proud. RIP, dear Paul. You will be greatly missed by all who knew you and especially those of us who waited for that killer smile of yours.
Angele Dentice
February 13, 2021
Paul left an unforgettable memory with everyone who worked at Court with him. We will never forget our colleague who addressed us all as "gentlepersons" though we knew he truly was the gentlest among us. My condolences to Paul´s family .May you find comfort in knowing he made a positive impact in the lives of so many every single day.
Angele Dentice
Co worker
Nimo Gedi
February 13, 2021
I remember being drawn to a sculpture when I first visited the Hauer family home. I was astonished to find out that it was done by Paul and not a famous artist. Paul was exceptional in everything he did and yet humble and so kind. He will be missed. I pray for patience and strength to his beautiful family and friends during this difficult time.
Al deLeon
February 13, 2021
Our thoughts are with your family as we share in sadness. They say that in passing, our memories become treasure to those left behind. My spirit is surely wealthier having met Paul for the first time, twice!
Eloisa De Leon
February 12, 2021
My sincerest condolences to Paul’s family. I had the pleasure of working with Paul as a community prosecutor. Always kind, compassionate and committed to making a difference. He attended my son’s baptism and was always so giving. A beautiful and kind person. My heart breaks to hear of his passing. Love and light to you, Paul.
Maureen Scobey
February 12, 2021
My deepest sympathies to Paul's lovely and loving family-
Most of my memories of high school have Paul in them. Such a talented, smart, sensitive, and genuine person who was one of a kind. I will remember his artistry, compassion, and sense of humor. He called Student Council meetings to order with a meat tenderizer. He was wise beyond his years. He was kind. He was thoughtful. He was creative in every way. I'm so glad that I knew him and had him as a good friend, and I am so terribly sad to know that he is gone. Please know that I am holding your family in my heart in a special way along with my many memories of Paul.
Austin Santaniello
February 12, 2021
I moved into the apartment next to Paul three years ago, and within the first week I was here he took the time to get to know me and make me feel welcome. I was new to town and didn't know anyone yet, so Paul took it upon himself to be my first friend in the city, and I'll never forget that. We didn't talk often over the years, but when we did he was always exceptionally kind and generous. He was a great neighbor, and he's terribly missed.
Dee Dee Dey
February 12, 2021
Please accept the condolences of all of us who have had the pleasure of having Paul in our lives. He was a true mensch. Just wanted to tell you how kind and generous he was and how he was known for his great quirky sense of humor, his empathy for all he encountered in his law practice, and his collection of this and that in his office and the trunk of his car. Thankfully he saved this damsel in distress with a dead battery in below zero weather at the courthouse. I miss him terribly.
Ann Bowe
February 12, 2021
The last time I saw him he was sitting on a bucket near the red lighthouse, fishing. We had a lovely "catch up" conversation. I am so grateful for that opportunity to BE with him.
Andrea Michalski
February 12, 2021
I am deeply saddened by the news of Paul's passing. My thoughts & prayers are with the family.
Paul was a kind, loving man. He will be missed.
Scott Phillips
February 12, 2021
I am so very sorry to hear the passing of Paul. I worked with him at Children's Court for several years. Prior to that, I worked with him in criminal court. As a defense attorney, I was usually on the opposite side of Paul. He never made it feel that way.
Paul was professional, smart, compassionate, and had a great sense of humor. When he walked into a room, he always had a smile.
Among his many talents, he tutored me how to polish my shoes. His advice was top notch. He always had the shiniest shoes in court.
Paul was the person you could lean on if you were having a bad day. He genuinely cared about others. He will be greatly missed.
My prayers are with your family.
Attorney Scott Phillips
Kim Lewis
February 12, 2021
Paul will be missed he was one of those that you look forward to talking to each morning to make you laugh. He got a kick out of me calling him telling him time to may the donuts
MaryLane Blomquist
February 12, 2021
The year I directed theatre at Dominican, Paul was my Pippin’. He was so talented and easy to work with throughout our rehearsal time. I often wondered what became of him. I am so sorry for your loss~~ and also for the community he served. God Bless you all.
Mike Schindhelm
February 12, 2021
Paul was a classic prosecutor and a great co-worker— He was smart and patient and ever-giving of his time and he was quick-witted without being quick-tongued. He had a wry humor that was clever without being cutting.
One quick story: maybe 2 or 3 years ago I brought my kids in to work on a day off school. They were maybe 7 and 5 at the time. Anyways I was working on something and my little terrors were running around alternatively talking too much and being too shy. And we ran into Paul, who was so nice to them. Or really me—he said something to them about what I do, and I wish I could remember the quote but it was words to the effect of “do you know how important your dad’s work is/how good he is at it?” It was just an angle I would never think to talk about to someone else’s kid about their work—but it was such a generous thing to do. My kids looked at my job differently after that. I’ve always remembered that and when I meet other co-worker's kids and I try (but fail because I’m not Paul) to pass to their children the point that their parents are doing important/special work.
I'm very sorry that all I can say to you now is Paul's question to my kids-- "do you know how important your son's work was and how good he was at it?" I hope so. He was a hero who will always be missed.
Gil Parham
February 12, 2021
An all-around good guy. He will be missed by all who knew and worked with him.
Dominican yearbook photos of the Wizard of Oz. Paul was the scarecrow.
Laurel Blomquist
February 12, 2021
Dominican yearbook photos of the Wizard of Oz. Paul was the scarecrow.
Laurel Blomquist
February 12, 2021
Laurel Blomquist
February 12, 2021
I had the privilege of taking nearly all my classes at Dominican with Paul. He was intelligent, funny, kind, and a true friend. Senior year he played the scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz, and junior year, he held the title role in Pippin. I really enjoyed getting to know him behind the scenes. He will be missed.
Tricia Kearns
February 12, 2021
Peace and comfort in Paul’s name for his family.
Tricia Kearns
February 12, 2021
Dear Hauer Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Paul’s passing. I will always remember his gentle spirit and that huge smile of his that would light up any room he entered. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Much love to all of you during this difficult time.
Gina Foley
February 12, 2021
I loved working with Paul. He always told great stories such as getting kicked out of preschool at age 3 , when he graduated from law school they were lined up and he wasn’t in the correct place and when he received his diploma and had to sign his name and bar # he was signing on the girl behind him. Paul was a great story teller and he will be missed
Elizabeth Adams
February 12, 2021
Paul we had so many funny little interactions. My favorite was I was using the paging system at Childrens Court for the first time and it felt weird to just hang up so my mind automatically said "goodbye." You called me laughing and said, "goodbye to you." I'm sure no one else will think this is funny but it's just one of so many times you made the day a lighter brighter. You will be missed here at the Vel.
Mary Sumner-Nerbun
February 12, 2021
I will miss you, you were an absolute pleasure to know. God Bless
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