Louis Bauer Obituary
He was a graduate of St. Xavier High School, the University of Louisville and University of Kentucky (MBA). After graduating from the University of Louisville (as part of the Air Force ROTC), Louie served as a Captain and Navigator in the U.S. Air Force. He was married to Carol Hasselwander on October 1, 1960 and they were blessed with four children and six granddaughters. Louie enjoyed his professional career and retired as an Associate Dean of the University of Louisville School of Dentistry. He also worked at the University of Kentucky, Michigan State University and the University of California San Francisco.
Carol and Louie enjoyed living in Lawrenceburg, KY, Lexington, KY, East Lansing, MI and Walnut Creek, CA before returning to Louisville in 1980. Louie was a long-time University of Louisville football and basketball season ticket hold and a huge Lamar Jackson fan. Louie enjoyed playing poker, drinking Miller Lite and watching the stock market.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 60-plus years, Carol; brothers, Leo, Ray and Eugene Bauer; and sister-in-law, Dorothy (Dottie) Bauer.
He is survived by his children, Daniel L. Bauer (Michelle Reiss), Nancy A. Bauer, Patrick D. Bauer MD (Cheri), and Sara Bauer Thomas (Barrett); six beloved granddaughters, Brooke, Allison and Meredith Bauer; Lilly Bauer, and Lauren and Lindsay Thomas; sister, Mary Carmel Cox; sisters-in-law, Mary Lou Davis (Joe - dec.) and Mary Charlesetta Bauer (Ray - dec.); and brothers-in-law, Phillip Hasselwander (Sally - dec.) and Clyde Cox.
His visitation will be Friday, September 23, 10:00 am - 11:00 am at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 1920 Newburg Road, with his funeral Mass at 11:00 am. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Agnes Catholic Church 1920 Newburg Road, Louisville, KY 40205, Sacred Heart Academy, 3177 Lexington Road, Louisville, KY 40206, or Bellarmine University, 2001 Newburg Road, Louisville, KY 40205.
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Michael Cox
September 21, 2022
I'll remember Uncle Louie fondly for his sense of humor,generosity and his kindness. My heart felt condolences to all who will miss him.
Michael Cox.
Thomas B. McHugh, Dayton, OH
September 20, 2022
Have known Louie since grade school days (St. Philip Neri) and stayed in touch from afar over the years. Great friend friend and gentle soul. May he rest in peace.
Linda Thayer
September 19, 2022
So sorry to hear of this. I worked in the Business Office for several years and he was always patient and fair with me. Time marches on but doesn´t do it fairly sometimes. I´ll keep good memories of him in my own old age. I know he´ll be sorely missed.
Susan Skiles Luke
September 19, 2022
I remember all the funny, loving stories Nancy told us all of Carol and Louie. They´re all in my head now, making me laugh. May your sadness be tempered by the joy you all shared. Much love to you Nancy.
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