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Arnold F. Bauer, Jr.

Arnold F. Bauer, Jr.

Arnold “Arnie” Bauer Jr., age 68 of Colfax, passed away Saturday August 10, 2024, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, MN with his wife Christine by his side.

Arnie was born in Durand, WI on May 27, 1956. He was the son of Arnold & Marian (Lecheler) Bauer. Arnie grew up & graduated from Elmwood, WI. After graduation, he began working in the shipyards up in Algoma, WI. Fate would then lead him back to Elmwood where he met and married Christine Nellessen on November 4, 1978, in Spring Valley, WI. They resided in Elmwood, WI where together they raised 8 children. He worked for Hinz Construction, before taking over the family farm in 1994. In 2006, they sold the cows and Arnie started working at what is now Anderson Windows Consolidation Center in Menomonie. In 2018, they sold the farm and moved to Colfax, WI and he retired in 2021.

Arnie enjoyed fishing, camping, bonfires, watching his favorite sports teams and spending time with family & his grandchildren. He was very involved in the Knights of Columbus in Elmwood, for 20+ years.

Arnie is survived by his wife of 45 years, Christine; children, Adam (Cathy) Bauer of Wheeler, WI; Joseph (Krista) Bauer of Baldwin, WI; William Bauer of USAF in Germany; Jeffrey Bauer of Elmwood, WI; Rebecca (Joshua) Burton of Eau Claire, WI; Jonathan (Virginia) Bauer of Wheeler, WI; Mary (Michael) Schoenhard of Eau Claire, WI; James Bauer of Menomonie, WI; 12 grandchildren; brother, Allen (Jodi) Bauer of Hammond, WI; sisters, Nona Buchholz of Eau Claire; Judy (Jerry) Hartung of Arkansaw, WI; Karen (Charles) Goettl of Chippewa Falls, WI; Jean (Matthew) Dilts of Menomonie; Paula Bauer of Eau Claire; sister-in-law, Brenda Bauer of Durand, WI, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his grandparents; parents, Arnold & Marian Bauer; brother, Kenneth Bauer; brother-in-law, Dale Buchholz.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday August 20, 2024 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Menomonie with Rev. John Mano officiating.  Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM until the time of the services at the church on Tuesday.

 Luncheon will be held in the Parish Fellowship Hall following the burial for those who wish to come together and remember and share memories of Arnie.

Condolences

  1. Maria

    Our sympathies to you Chris and all of your beautiful family. Arnie was so proud to have 8 children and always had a smile on his face when he talked about his big family. He was a fun, caring person and will be missed by all, including the Elmwood class of 1974. I have so many fun memories of the Reitz and Bauer families getting together to visit and play. Sorry we missed the funeral as we were in Canada at the time. Hold each other close during this sad time. Maria (Reitz) Brantner

  2. Barb Garton

    My sincere and deepest sympathy to Arnie’s family and loved ones, may he rest in eternal peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless ✝️????????‍????

  3. Mike and Mary Lansing

    Condolences are extended to your family Christine.
    Arnie was a good and faithful servant, may he rest in peace.

  4. Beth McLeod

    My deepest sympathies to the Bauer family.
    Chris, you’re in my thoughts and prayers. May the love of family and friends surround you during this time.

  5. Holly DeMarce

    I am so sorry for your loss! You all are in my thoughts and prayers!

  6. Jamie Reitz

    My sympathy to the Bauer families.

  7. Crystal

    Sorry for your loss prayers to the family ????

  8. Steven Schultz

    My thoughts and prayers are always with you during this difficult time. Arnie and myself worked together at Hinz Construction. He will be missed.

  9. Kathy & Bob Geraets

    Condolences to the Bauer family.Arnie was a hard worker.Very involved with The Knights of Columbus 6599 Elmwood

  10. Beth Levers

    My condolences to the entire family.

  11. Randy & Sharon Bauer

    Sending our prayers and heartfelt sympathy to Arnie's family and siblings at this time of loss. May you find comfort and peace knowing Arnie lived a full life and treasured you all. With Hugs to each of you

  12. Brenda Seehafer

    I’m so very sorry for your loss. I pray your memories get you through this difficult time.

  13. Diana Halsey

    Hugs and prayers for Christine and all the family.

    May the hand of the Lord rest gently upon Arnold, and soon bring him to His promised peace.

  14. Barry Bauer

    My condolences to the Bauer family.
    Arnold will be missed.

  15. John $ Jodell Marson

    Sending our sympathy to the Bauer Family

  16. Julie Lee

    So sorry for you loss, Chris & family, Allan and Paula. My heart goes out to you all.

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