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Kay Bauer, age 59, of New Haven passed away suddenly at home on January 25, 2024. She was born in Tuxedo, NY, daughter of the late Carl and Bertha Rathjens Bauer. Kay is survived by her son Leonard Bauer of New Haven, stepson Robert Mignosa of New Haven, brother Carl Bauer and his life partner Gisella of CT, and her former wife Donna Mignosa of New Haven. For many years, Kay was a well-loved employee at Silver Hills Hospital, where she was a psychiatric technician. She was a gifted and talented musician, music was her passion. Kay was a loving parent and a kindhearted human being whom the world will miss.
Visitation will be held on Thursday from 4-7pm at the West Haven Funeral Home at the Green. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Kay's memory to the Transgender Law Center at www.transgenderlawcenter.org.
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Katherine Simmons
February 14, 2025
Frank John Zalenski
February 19, 2024
Rest in Peace
Lori Pisani
February 13, 2024
The heavens are alive with the sound of music. RIP Kay!
katherine Simmons
February 4, 2024
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Nora C. Delany
February 1, 2024
Kay Bauer came into my life over a year ago when I joined the staff at Silverhill Hospital in New Canaan, CT. I was in awe of her warmth, humor, charm, kindness and musical talent. She brightened the day of patients and colleagues alike. I will never forget her. Kay, we will love and miss you always. Deepest sympathy to the family. Nora Delany.
Deb Coelho
February 1, 2024
You have my deepest sympathies and I will send up prayers for comfort for you Leonard. I have fond memories of our moms being very close and during their many visits together, making happy memories as children while spending time with my cousin. I know Kay will be deeply missed by many but especially missed by you. God bless. With love, Cousin Deb
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