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BAUER, Rodney S. 64, of Springfield, passed away, Friday, February 4, 2011 in Springfield Regional Medical Center, Springfield with his daughters by his side. He was born December 9, 1946 in Springfield, Ohio. Rod graduated from Urbana High School in 1965 and he continued his education receiving a Bachelors degree from Ashland University in 1969. Rod was employed for over 30 years as a sales manager with Kova of Ohio. He enjoyed golf, spending time on the family farm, grilling and cooking his famous pork tenderloin for various events. He was actively involved in the Clark and Champaign county communities by donating his time and resources to assist with many different organizations. He is survived by his mother, Louise (Samuelson) Bauer of Urbana, his daughters, Jennifer (Brent) Schreckengost of Atlanta, GA and Ashley Bauer (Jeff Boland) of Paris, IL, his brothers, Donald C. (Jane) Bauer and Anders G. (Nita) Bauer, his nieces & nephews, Charles (Kerry) Bauer and Heather (Gary) Bauer-Staley, great nephews, William and Charles Bauer, as well as many great friends and associates. Rod is preceded in death by his father, William C. Bauer and daughter, Kristen L. Bauer. A Celebration of Rods Life will be held from 1-5 p.m. on Wednesday, February 23, 2011 in the Champaign Banquet Facility, 240 Twain Ave., Urbana, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made in Rods Memory to the Rod Bauer Memorial 4-H Fund, c/o Security National Bank, PO Box 351 Urbana, OH 43078. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.vernonfh.com. Services are entrusted to the VERNON FUNERAL HOME, Urbana, Ohio.
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Memories and Condolences
for Rodney Bauer
Dan Hipsher
January 31, 2024
Rod, Sue and I still talk of you often. Jeff Hobbs and I just talked the other day and your name came up. We miss you and love you my man. Please continue watching over all of us! Dan Hipsher
Dan Hipsher
January 31, 2023
Think about Rod quite often. Great friend and confidant. Miss him dearly. Unfortunately many of the good die young.
Dan Hipsher
May 4, 2021
Rod, I think of you often. When I’m around former Tiger players and staff your name always comes up and the great memories flow.
We were fortunate to have known you and we’re honored to know you’re watching over us all from above.
Love and miss you my man!
Dan Hipsher
Tony Cornett
February 22, 2011
What a great guy. Always extending generosity and eternally sincere. I think all of us who were priviliged to meet and know Rod are now better people for it. My best round of golf ever came with Rod riding around with me. Makes me smile when I remember it. I started talking about my round and he would start talking about something else to make sure I didn't blow up :) He will be missed, but never forgotten.
Marian Schermerhorn
February 18, 2011
I can't believe such a wonderful person is gone. As stated many times before, Rod was a terrific, caring, thoughtful man. I will miss his phone calls and laugh. I will miss being his favorite. My prayers are with the family.
Mara Lewis
February 18, 2011
Rod was such a terrific man, a great mentor. I always felt great respect and admiration for him. He will be missed by so many. My condolences to his family.
Alison Giannavola
February 16, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with Rod's family, especially his daughter and our dear friend Jen.
Andrew Dunlop
February 14, 2011
My condolences and thoughts to Rod's family. Rod was a very credible, hard working and loyal individual, who will be missed by all. Andrew S Dunlop - Nufarm Australia
Beth Rosencrans Delaney
February 13, 2011
My heart and prayers go out to Rod's family. Rod was the most genuine and generous person I have ever known. A loyal friend to all who knew him. Rod was an example of what we all should strive to be in life. Love for family, hard working, a true and loyal friend and a generous spirit. He will be missed.
Becky Anway
February 12, 2011
Rod was was wonderful person, friend and father figure. He was always willing to help and I first worked with him thru his advertising with ABN. Little did I know that was just the beginning as I had the honor of spending a great deal of time at the RBC barn and traveling the nation with the girls during their outstanding show cattle careers. It was a pleasure to watch fireworks at the farm, eat spagetti at Micks, take a carriage ride thru downtown Louisville, or just hang out and talk. His legacy is evident in his girls and numerous contributions in Clark and Champaign counties. Our heartfelt prayer is that the memories may bind your heart and provide comfort today and always.
Dwayne Yoder
February 11, 2011
Jenn and Ashley,
My jeart goes out to you both. Your dad was such a great man. I had nothing but the utmost respect for him and everything he stood for. He loved you two dearly and wasn't afraid to tell anyone that. My thoughts to you both.
Dwayne, Tricia, Austin and Riley Yoder
Rick Cater
February 11, 2011
I came to know Rod while working as a sales rep for the Gowan Company. He always had time for me and a couple of stories to tell as well. Rod was always a straight shooter and I greatly appreciated that. He will be sorely missed by so many in our industry as we have truly lost a great one! My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.
Respectfully,
Rick Cater
Gowan Company
Matthew Boland
February 11, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Connie Craig
February 11, 2011
In my most recent meeting with Rod about a month ago, he was telling me how proud he was of "his girls." My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and to everyone at KOVA.
Dave & Gina Boland
February 11, 2011
The memories will be cherished and a
reminder of a life that was rich with love and laughter.
The Wagner Family
February 10, 2011
We are deeply saddened by the loss of our friend Rod. His passing is a major loss for our entire community. A kind and generous man, his presence will be missed always. Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.
February 10, 2011
Ashley, I'm so sorry to hear about your father. I didn't know your father, but I know how close you were. He must have been a special person, I know he raised a wonderful daughter. You are in my prayers - Sandi O'Connor
Nina & Steven Wiley
February 9, 2011
We are deeply sorry. Rod's compassion for others was evident in everything he did. While living on Apollo, Rod became our friend and he was very helpful to all of us: Nina, Maria, Angela and Nancy. He will be truly missed.
Doug Hoberty
February 8, 2011
The ag business in Ohio lost a true asset in Rod Bauer. His leadership will be sorely missed. He was truly great to work with - always fair, loyal, and very insightful. One of my favorite people in 25+ years of working in this business.
Corey Huck
February 8, 2011
With deepest Sympathy I send my regard to the Bauer family. The impact and impression he has had on me will never be forgotten. Rod's has left behind a legacy through the positive impact on our industry and the people he interacted with. My prayers are with his family and those who were equally touched by him.
Craig Musselman
February 8, 2011
I am very sorry to hear of Rod's passing. I considered him a sincere friend and I will really miss him. Rod was admired by both his business associates and competitors for his business knowledge. He was a true professional and I considered him a man of the highest integrity. My deepest sympathies to his family.
Leonard Revels
February 8, 2011
I am sadden by the passing of Rod. He was one of the best people to work with. He would always engage in conversation before conducting business. Rod will be greatly missed. My Prayers are with the Bauer family.
Ed and Diane Bandy Cross
February 8, 2011
We wish to extend heartfelt sympathy to Rod's family and co-workers. Both of us have known Rod for many, many years. He was always professional and a great guy whether we were customers, vendors or competitors. It is a great loss for our agriculture community and he will be greatly missed.
Randy Ratliff
February 8, 2011
The loss of Rod will be felt throughout the Ag industry. Rod recognized that business was business and family was family. The business side was important to him and he was very good at it, but he never missed an opportunity to ask about family and personal interests. He brought passion to work and play. My condolences to his family, co-workers, customers and suppliers as we adjust to life without Rod.
Lori (Bensman) Raymond
February 8, 2011
So sorry to hear of Rod's passing. My thoughts & prayers are with the entire Bauer family.
Rick Love
February 7, 2011
We all have lost a dear friend in Rod. I always enjoyed calling on him as a customer. He was always on top of his game and I bet he still will be. He was always willing to do what needed to be done and willing to help many others. My condolences to his daughters, family and all his KOVA co-workers in this tragic loss of life.
Donna Hiltibran Hays
February 7, 2011
It's such a shame to loose another class member. It's not often you go through 12 years of school with someone and Rod and I did. My deepest sympathy to the entire Bauer family
Dave Case
February 7, 2011
Rod was a special person. He has helped me tremendously over the 32 years I knew him and I owe him much. I will miss him.
Glen Reisnger
February 7, 2011
Rod was such a geninue person. Always willing to help a friend. He will be greatly missed.
John Henize
February 7, 2011
I am terribly sorry to hear of Rod's passing. He was always a special person to do business with. His family should be proud of the way he handled himself in the office and as a friend.
Ray Miller
February 7, 2011
It has been my priviledge to know Rod for many years through his work with the OABA and his catering business in helping out the College of Food, Ag and Environmental Sciences Ag Alumni Society with cooking for our annual AG Fallfest each year for the past several years. His willingness to work with us on varied menus, to cook all the food, and deliver it to the French Fieldhouse on time every time was a great cooperative effort to us and his staff of workers. He will be missed, but not forgotten. We in te Society are plaesed we were able to recognize Rod two years ago with our Service Award to the society. He truly was a giant among us all. Condolences to the family on this somber occasion.
February 7, 2011
A few years ago our paths crossed and I asked him when he was going to retire. His reply was "What would I do if I don't work every day?". We all need to take time to stop and smell the flowers. Sorry to loose another classmate. Sympathy to all the family.
Kim Habel Dilts
Greg, Cindy, Christina & Melissa Nemec
February 7, 2011
Rod was not only a great business partner, but always went out of his way to be a true friend to myself, Cindy and our two daughters. He would always ask about them before any business was ever discussed...I truly appreciated that about him. He will be missed by all of us.
Nancy Strapp
February 6, 2011
I'm so sorry to hear about the death of my old classmate Rod. I remember him in high school as always friendly and upbeat. I didn't realize that he had been ill. One of my favorite UHS memories was the after prom party at the Bauer barn. What fun! My sympathy to all his family. Hopefully, good memories will ease the pain.
Dan, Sue, Andy and Bryan Hipsher
February 6, 2011
Rod was a special friend to our family throughout the years and also to the basketball players I coached at Wittenberg. He made it a special place for all of us. He was a true and loyal friend and confidente. I'll miss him greatly. You have our deepest sympathy.
PJ & Beth Bertemes
February 6, 2011
Rod was a wonderful person. We are really sorry for the loss.
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