BORN
1936
DIED
2016
Paul Baier Obituary
Survivors include his loving and devoted wife of 55 years, Irmtraud Baier; sons, Robert (Kathy) Baier and Greg (Stacy Carlson) Baier; grandchildren, Rhiannon (Matt) Langham and Ian Baier; sister Lotte Pulvermacher; brothers, Ernst (Inge) Baier, Hugo Baier, and Siegfried (Gabby) Baier; and brother-in-law Erwin Fandrich.
Seeking opportunity and adventure, Paul immigrated to the United States from Dorum, Germany in the 1956, and was drafted into the US Army on April 7, 1959. He made the military his career, retiring from the Military Police Corps after 30 years, making many good and lifelong friends along the way. Duty assignments included tours throughout the United States, Germany, and Korea. Despite the demands of being a professional soldier, he always made loving and providing for his wife and family his first priority. He continued to do so throughout retirement, protracted illness, and until his dying breath.
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Robert Mochinski
October 16, 2021
RIP Top.
LTC Jodie Snider
January 18, 2017
I remember coming to the 284th MP Company as a young 19 year old in 1982. 1SG Baier was there and I served with him until I left the 284th in 1984. I'll never forget him calling me into his office just a day before I left. I was then an experienced SP4. 1SG Baier said "Specialist Snider you came to us as a boy and now you are leaving us as a man". I'll never forget that day nor will I ever forget the best 1SG that I ever served with in my 33 year career. Rest in peace my brother in arms, you've certainly earned it.
Donna Gibson
October 28, 2016
I served as an MP under 1SG Baier in Frankfurt, Germany over 30 years ago, and was blessed to have had the opportunity to see him again at our reunion 2 years ago. He was a unique and wonderful man who touched many, many lives. I will never forget him. May God rest his soul and bring comfort to his lovely wife, his family, and all those who loved him.
284th MP Reunion 2014
Bob Mochinski
October 24, 2016
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Susanne Weinrich
October 23, 2016
Farewell my dear uncle Paul! We are all so sorry here in Germany. But seeing all the wonderful pictures there are so many wonderful memories with a great person. I have enjoyed the little time we have spent together in Germany (Bremerhaven, Wetzlar and Dorum) and the vacation in the USA. All my thoughts are with my aunt Irmtraud, Robert and Greg. Also condolences from his sister Charlotte, his brothers Hugo and Siegfried from Germany.
Marco Burdorf
October 22, 2016
Rip uncle Paul
Jim Vickaryous
October 22, 2016
From one MP to another, Heaven will appreciate the shine on your boots. God bless the entire Baier family. You are in our thoughts and prayers on this sad day.
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Carl Naylor
October 22, 2016
Rest in peace 1SG Baier. He was my 1SG in Germany at the 284th MP Comany and I consider him the best 1SG I had during my military career. He was tough but fair and I learned a lot from him. I was happy to see him again 2 years ago at a MP reunion and I believe he was happy to see us too. He will be missed.
Bob Mochinski
October 22, 2016
Godspeed 1Sgt. I had the honor and privilege to meet 1Sgt Baier at an MP reunion at Ft Mac two years ago but have known him for years through the stories told my fellow MPs that served with him in the early 80s. What a great American
Gary Roper
October 21, 2016
Farewell 1SG Paul Baier.I will never forget you and your quick smile. I reflect of the many memories in the 284th MP Company in Frankfurt Germany. Retired 1SG Gary Roper, Jacksonville Alabama
Barbara Klimek
October 21, 2016
We are all very sorry for the loss of such a good man. I have wonderful memories of my time spent with all of you in Alabama. I can picture Uncle Paul digging out his basement and working on his Volvo. He was a wonderful man and will be missed by all of us here in Rochester. With love to all, Barbara Klimek (Baier) and family, Ernst and Inge Baier.
October 21, 2016
My condolences to your family. Please look to the God of all comfort during this troubling time.
October 21, 2016
My deepest condolences to your family during this most difficult time. There are no words that can ease the pain of losing someone so beloved. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that your loved one is in God's memory, because those who pass on are precious in his eyes. Psalms 116:15.
Chris Albert
October 21, 2016
I am very sorry to hear of Paul's passing. We first met at USAMPS about 30 years ago. I enjoyed working with him and he was a steadfast and loyal friend during a dark time in my life. Although I didn't see him often since we both retired, it was always a special pleasure when we ran into each other. I will miss him. My condolences to his family for their loss.
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