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Harold BAUER Obituary
Harold W.
Bauer, Sr.
SPRINGFIELD - Harold W. Bauer, Sr., of Springfield, died at 9:54 p.m. on Friday, December 14, 2012 at St. John's Hospital surrounded by his family.
Harold was born December 28, 1916 in Brooklyn, NY, the son of William A. and Mary Doll Bauer. He spent his early years in Staten Island, where he married Elizabeth Mae Hayward on June 14, 1941. His queen preceded him in death in 2000.
He attended New York City schools and served in the United States Coast Guard. He later worked in the Brooklyn Navy Yard. The family moved to Springfield in June 1947.
He entered the construction industry and worked many years as a bricklayer. In retirement he enjoyed gardening and giving away his produce as well as other helpful services to family and friends with his typical generosity.
Harold was preceded in death by his wife; parents; one sister, Marie; and a brother, Gib.
He is survived by one son, Harold (wife, Judy) Bauer; three grandsons, Kyle, Dylan (wife, Crystal), and Tyler (wife, Michelle); three great-grandsons, Zerrick, Gavin and Max; one great-granddaughter, Meredith; as well as several nieces and nephews. Also surviving are one brother, Bill; and one sister, Lois.
Visitation: Family will receive friends from 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. on Thursday, December 20, 2012 at Kirlin-Egan & Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6 th St., Springfield.
Funeral Ceremony: 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 20, 2012 at Kirlin-Egan & Butler Funeral Home, with Rev. Jeff Grant officiating. Burial will follow at Camp Butler National Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to: St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1905.
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Janet Matrisch
December 30, 2012
I know you didn't know me but I knew you through Tyler and Michelle. Your love for your grand children and great grand children was unlimited. You will be missed.
Suzann Rhodes
December 19, 2012
So sorry to hear of the loss of your dad Harry. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Suzann Rhodes
December 19, 2012
So sorry to hear of your dad's passing Harry. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Daren Hatcher
December 18, 2012
My families thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Jim & Debbie Finn & Alicia Colbert
December 18, 2012
from First Baptist, Sorry Harold & Judy abd family for the loss of your father Harold. We are praying for you and your family to have God guide you through this time in your life. God bless you all! In Christian love.
Michael Waters
December 18, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the Bauer family.
Angela March
December 18, 2012
I had the pleasure of meeting your parents while taking care of Elizabeth when she was a patient of Visiting Nurses. I thought the world of both of them.I even named my daughter Megan Elizabeth. I kept in touch with Harold over the years. He was a wonderful man and they will both always hold a special place in my heart. He will be missed by all who knew him. I rejoice at the thought of him reunited with his beloved Bea, he loved her so. Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Michelle Bauer
December 18, 2012
we will love you and miss you always Grandpa Bauer.
Love always
Tyler, Michelle, Zerrick and Gavin
December 18, 2012
To the Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
The staff and faculty of Benedictine University (fomerly Springfield College in Illinois)
Dawn Spain
December 18, 2012
My Great Uncle will love and miss you dearly
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