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Thomas William "TJ" Bauer Jr.
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Thomas Bauer Obituary
THOMAS WILLIAM, JR. "TJ"
We are saddened to announce the passing of Thomas William Bauer, Jr. "TJ" at the young age of 19, on Monday, May 9, 2011, in a tragic motorcycle accident. Born on March 21, 1992 to Thomas W. Bauer Sr. of Wallaceville, PA and Pamela Grinstead of West View, PA, formerly of Franklin, PA. He is survived by his loving brother, Travis Bauer, age 14, of West View, PA. Relatives of Pamela are parents, Bill and Gwen Grinstead of Franklin, PA; brothers, Steven and Frances Grinstead; children, Gabriella, Cassandra, and Michael of Orlando, FL. Drew and Shannon Grinstead, children Grace and Caroline of Ashburn, VA. Relatives of Thomas, Sr. are parents Irene Bauer, Gramma Rene, Ralph Black (Grandpa Blackie), and Bud Bucholz (deceased) and Bill Bauer (deceased) of Wallaceville, PA; sisters Kathy and Bill Spencer, children Fawn and granddaughter Leila of Meadville, PA . Diana and Eric Smith of Cochranton, PA. Karen and Don Cogley, children Zac (Andrea) and Phil of Columbus, OH. TJ was born in Franklin, PA and attended schools at Rocky Grove, PA., Elkhart, Indiana, and North Hills in Pittsburgh where he graduated North Hills High School in 2010. He then attended and competed his first year at Community College of Allegheny County. TJ lived a full and happy life with many passions. He loved and played many sports including football, hockey and MMA. He was one of Pittsburgh's biggest Pens fans. From a young age, he was a caring and compassionate man with a smile for everyone, always there for a friend in need and always living everyday to the fullest. He also loved the time he spent on his motorcycle, "Lemon Lime." One of his many talents was being a gifted landscape architect. You are invited to share in a Celebration of TJ's life in either Pittsburgh or Franklin. On Thursday, May 12, Northgate Church, 238 West View Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 412-931-6016; 6-7 p.m.: Welcoming; 7 p.m. Celebration of Life followed by visitation. On Saturday, May 14, Christ United Methodist, 1135 Buffalo Street, Franklin, PA 16323 814-432-3019: Service to begin at 10 a.m. with reception following at a location to be determined. Arrangements by the SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, West View, 15229. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the: Max Talbot Foundation, PO Box 42345 Pittsburgh, PA 15203. Please pay tribute at:
www.schellhaasfh.com
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Abby Koebley
May 26, 2011
I loved TJ even though i didnt see him very much. I remember one time he took me, Emily, Allison, Lizzie, my mom, dad, Gary, and his friend, and a HUGE storm hit while we were on the boat. And luck would have it is that our boat broke down. So, we pused the boat to the side and he carried us back to our camp, where we played uno all night long while mom and dad held the tent up.
Shawn Grinstead Nasralla
May 24, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
TracyJo Herman Doug Kauffman
May 16, 2011
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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With a heavy heart
May 15, 2011
Imagine the beauty of it, when the soul of a loved one reaches for the stars each voice whispering,
I remember you!
Denise Zuchelli
May 15, 2011
Praying for you Pam and Travis as you begin the next chapter of your lives. You will see him again one day, but until then he'll smile down on you and guide you every day. Live life to it's fullest, as a tribute to TJ. He would want it that way.
Joan Roolf
May 14, 2011
I remember "TJ" only as a little boy, but I remember the loving care you gave him then, and I am sure that helped him become the caring young man he was. So sorry for your loss.
A Mom who Knows
May 14, 2011
Dear Bauer family, I didn't know Thomas, but I know the lose of a son. Lost my son (car crash). Life will be hard. You have a long road of grief and pain. The unanswered question, WHY! You in my prayers, Be strong! So sorry!
Kim Borza
May 13, 2011
To The Bauer Family:
We are so sorry for your loss. We hope and pray that all of your wonderful memories of TJ help sustain you during this very difficult time.
May 13, 2011
We will keep all of you in our prayers. God's grace is good and offered to everyone. We can find comfort in his everlasting LOVE.
Our sympathies go out to your entire family.
May God Bless you and the Holy Spirit comfort you always.
Travis's Friend,
Ryan Cusick and Family
Chrissy Alechnewith
May 12, 2011
To Tj's family, i am so sorry for your loss. He has always been a wonderful person and hes in a better place now. Stay strong through these hard times and i will keep you in my prayers. Rest easily Tj we love you <3
Timothy Anderson
May 12, 2011
Our Family is so very sorry for the loss of your son TJ. We met TJ years ago when Tim lost his Mother Wilma. It breaks our hearts to see your son TJ's picture and the resemblence he has to our son Matthew. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and always! We love you and pray that God will wrap you in his arms and protect you in your time of need. We love you! Tim and Michele Anderson
Terence Whalen
May 12, 2011
Travis, mom Bauer and Family, Know that you are all in our prayers. Thomas was just here at the field on Saturday, and we were joking with him about his manly ways. Know that you have our deepest of sympathies. God bless and Keep you all, and may he fold his loving arms around him.
The Mercer Aiorsoft Center Staff
The Whalen Family
Ryan Murphy
May 12, 2011
I did not know TJ that much but when I seen him and talked to him through gatherings of friends he was very friendly and nice to everyone. Sorry for the lose of TJ he was a great kid RIP TJ
Stephanie Webb
May 12, 2011
We are friends of Shannon and Drew and lost a nephew ourselves 3 years ago. We understand the grief and pain your entire family and TJ's network of friends are going through. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone at this extremely difficult time. Our prayer is the beautiful memories you all have of TJ can lift you up at this time. God Bless,
Stephanie & Scott Webb
Gary Schwer
May 12, 2011
I am so very sorry to hear about TJ. I will never forget the last time I saw him, much like the rest of his friends, nor will I forget how much of a great person he was. TJ knew no enemies and was a friend to everybody. Personally, I knew TJ mainly through the gym he went to and the occasional gathering of friends. TJ will live on not only through his family but through the love of all his friends and the unforgettable, undying memory he left us with. My prayers go to the family and friends of TJ.
Patti Leonard
May 12, 2011
Pam and Travis our heart breaks deeply for your loss.Thank you for all the good times we had together when our kids went to school together he was an amazing kid that always had a smile to share.When he came to visit last winter, Dustin and Tj both laughed at me cause I cried when Tj had to leave. I will never forget hugging him that day. He was Dustins very best and oldest friend and we will never forget what it was like to have him in our lives. God Bless you and give you strength to live the rest of your life fully and happily, the way Tj would have wanted.
Ronda Kellogg
May 12, 2011
Tom and Pam Iam so very very sorry to hear of your loss.My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this sad time.
Albert Dutzik
May 12, 2011
I did not know TJ long but from my time spent working with him at Outback Steakhouse I came to know how special a young man he was and was mesmerized by the genuine happiness and charm that he was able to exude. To his wonderful friends and family I express my heartfelt condolences. God bless you in heaven TJ.
Jane Rice
May 12, 2011
I am a friend of jan and Ken's ..I am so very sorry for your loss..words can never express the hurt inside.. may God guide you and hold you in your difficult time.. jane Hildbold Rice
Tracy Zangaro Indof
May 12, 2011
I am so sad. TJ was an awesome kid with a fantastic smile. He was a great friend to so many of my girls and especially to my cousins, Jay, Karlie, Jansen and Jared. TJ made the gym a better place just by being there. There was never a day that he came in that he didn't say hello to me. The gym will not be the same with out him. Truly one of the nicest kids I've ever met- he will be greatly missed.
Nanette Sivak
May 11, 2011
We are very saddened to hear about tj.
When he was at our house, he was very funny, and always respectful. When he walked into a room it just lit up like fireworks. He always had a smile on his face never sad. He will be very much missed. My son mike will miss him very very much.
The Sivak Family
May 11, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. We sincerely hope that the memories of TJ give everyone comfort during this most difficult time. TJ was truly a fine young man in every sense. His smile was infectious and his charisma unmatched. His memory will endure through his family and friends.
The Barrett Family
Bill, Fran, George, Kayla and Aerika
Purple Icing -Maddie and Finn
May 11, 2011
Travis,
I'm so sorry about T.J. I know how hard it is to lose someone. Please remember, even though we dont talk that much, Finn and I will always be here for you. Hang in there, Okay?
Greer Family
May 11, 2011
Pam and Travis,
We are all so saddened by the loss of T.J., we will certainly miss his good nature and beautiful smile whenever he entered our home,he was always such an awesome friend to Ally, she misses him so much. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Karen
May 11, 2011
Sadden by your loss. I lost a 19 year old neice from North Hills a few years ago. Prayers are with the family. Rest in peace yound angel.
Donna Strangis Dowd
May 11, 2011
My heart goes out to Pam and her family at this sad time. I am so sorry for your loss! There are no words to say at such a difficult time. God bless you, Pam. Donna Strangis Dowd
Maryanne Linkes
May 11, 2011
I am so sorry for the loss of TJ. As a mother, I can only begin to imagine how difficult this is. Please know I will keep you in my prayers. May God hold you all in His arms.
Jill Griffith
May 11, 2011
Pam, Travis, and family, I wanted to express my deepest sympathy to all of you at this time. You will remain in my thoughts and prayers and I wish you peace and healing. Jill Griffith(friend of Mike and Zack Shutty)
May 11, 2011
could you please add: and family to the entry from :
susan and george hartmann please
May 11, 2011
TJ was a very special person and a great and loyal friend to my son Jay. He was the absolute best, inside and out. When he was in our house, he was just like another son and/or brother to our entire family. We enjoyed every moment of him. Our prayers go out to everyone and i mean everyone that is effected by this terrible loss. We are so sad to lose such an awesome person in our lives. Susan and George Hartmann (jays mom and dad)
May 11, 2011
TJ was a very special person and a great and loyal friend to my son Jay. He was the absolute best, inside and out. When he was in our house, he was just like another son and/or brother to our entire family. We enjoyed every moment of him. Our prayers go out to everyone and i mean everyone that is effected by this terrible loss. We are so sad to lose such an awesome person in our lives. Susan and George Hartmann (jays mom and dad) and family
The LaBella Family
May 11, 2011
To the Bauer Family...Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and friends. TJ was always very polite and respectful when he was at our house; a very nice young man. We are all deeply saddened by your loss.
Ron Schwemm
May 11, 2011
To The Bauer Family...Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. I know that our son Kyle is deeply saddened by this loss of a good friend.
The Schwemm Family
Lori Steigerwald
May 11, 2011
TJ was such a special young man with a smile that lit up the world. My daughter Chelsi cherished his friendship, he was a loyal true friend to her. Your family will be in our prayers. He is a special angel now, watching down over all of you and over all his friends. I am so sorry for your loss.
Robby & Kim Murray
May 11, 2011
I don't think TJ had the facial muscles to frown. He was always smiling and will be greatly missed. We're here for you Pam and Travis. Always.
Deanna Moyer
May 11, 2011
Pam and Family:
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and in our hearts.
John, Dee Dee and Emily Moyer,
The Latini Family
May 11, 2011
A heart of gold stopped beating, two smiling eyes at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us he only takes the best. Sleep well, TJ. Rest in peace.
Schwartzbauer Family
May 11, 2011
To the Bauer Family....Our deepest sympathy in the loss of such an "AMAZING" young man. He was ALWAYS a joy and a welcome to my home. He meant SO VERY MUCH to my son, Jared. I know he will be GREATLY missed but NEVER forgotten. Our prayers go out to you all.
Sharon Whalen
May 11, 2011
We were shocked and saddened to hear the news of TJ's passing. Our son, Zack, will cherish the memories of time spent in Westview and Franklin with TJ. We pray that God's Grace will help you all get through this most difficult time.
The Whalen Family
May 11, 2011
My daughter, Lindsay Romah, always talked about what a dynamic person TJ was...how warm and caring, a smile for everyone, and how he could make you feel so special. Our community has lost a wonderful, inspirational young man. His memory will live on in the hearts of his many friends, who he has touched so deeply. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Patty Logan and Lindsay Romah
Sandi Sroka and Lou Castriota
May 11, 2011
Pam and Family, We are so very, very sorry to hear of TJ's tragic death. You are in our hearts and in our prayers.
Laura Colby
May 11, 2011
We are so saddened by this loss. TJ was an incredible person, such a kind and thoughtful gentleman. Our daughter, Chelsea, has always valued her friendship with TJ highly.
Our thoughts and most sincere prayers are with your family.
The Colby Family
Sherri Zubik
May 11, 2011
Our thoughts have been with your family with great sympathy and sadness.
The Zubik Family
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