Bruce W. Bauer
August 22, 1955 ~ May 8, 2013
Bruce W. Bauer, 57, Monrovia, died peacefully May 8, 2013, in his residence. Mr. Bauer was born August 22, 1955, in Indianapolis, to the late Robert E. and Verlyne M. (Bennett) Bauer.
Bruce graduated from Monrovia High School in 1973 and proudly served in the United States Army. He was a self-employed handyman through the years. Bruce enjoyed golfing, playing pool and darts, and especially enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He was a great story teller and will be missed by a loving family and many friends.
He was preceded in death by one brother, Leo J. Bauer, III.
Survivors include his daughters, Erin V. Wood of Mooresville, Kimberly A. McLin of Indianapolis, and Samantha K. Sparks of Ohio; brothers, Robert E. Bauer, Jr. of Martinsville, Jeffrey T. Bauer of Beech Grove, Fred B. Bauer of South Carolina, and Dale P. Bauer of Mooresville; eleven grandchildren.
The funeral service will begin at 10 a.m., Saturday, May 11, 2013, in the Carlisle - Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville, with calling there from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, May 11, 2013. Chaplain David Clayton will officiate, and burial will be in White Lick Cemetery, Mooresville. Visit www.carlislebranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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Dale and Bob and the rest of the Bauer family we are very sorry to hear about your brother , dad and grandfather may he rest in peace and may God comfort you at this time. Vicki and Betty Mattox
Bobby, Jeff, Fred and Dale I was truly sorry to hear cousin Bruce Passed. Growing up he always had some words of wisdom for me. When were together I tried my hardest to keep him out of trouble…lol. As his brothers you know how hard that was. He always had something to say to make me laugh. He will be missed by many. Erin, Kim and Sam, I am very sorry to you as well. Your dad had a great heart.
Dear Bobby, Jeff, Fred and Dale, I am sorry to hear about Bruce’s passing. Haven’t seen you all since we were kids, but I have pleasant memories and hold you in my heart. Prayers from me and my family. Cheryl Houghtalen Jameson (daughter of Aunt Mimi & Uncle Joe)
Dear Bobby, Jeff, Fred, Dale and everyone; I am very sorry for your loss. I have such wonderful memories from my childhood and so many of them include all of you. Much love to you and all the grandchildren. Cyndy (Houghtalen) Noto
Bruce was a great friend to all that he knew. He was always good for a laugh or two. I am positive that where ever he is at there is a fantastic party going on.
Will love you, grandpa forever you taught me a lot in life how to fix problems have a dumpster dive and how to turn anything broken or old into something new. Love you.