A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 9, 2024 for 81-year-old Roger D. Bauer of Evansville, Illinois, who passed away Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at his residence.
He was born February 23, 1942 a son to Henry and Onetia Bauer, Sr., who both preceded him in death.
Roger married Linda S. Bauer on June 3, 1995 in Chester, Illinois; she preceded him in death.
He is survived by three children: Brian (Tammy) Bauer of Sparta, IL, Chris (David) Dunmeyer of Elkville, IL and Michelle Schuessler (Chad Roscow) of Sparta, Ill.; 10 grandchildren: Hillary (Ryne) Ellett, Ava Bauer, Dylan (Haley) Dunmeyer, Conner (Wesley) Ramsey, Heather (Walter) Smith, Shae Schuessler (Mike Kennedy), Stephani Ray (Zachary Clevenger), Courtney Ray, Dilyn Ray and Aleigha Ray; 13 great grandchildren; his best friend: AlRay Zipfel and his fur baby: Peppe.
He was also preceded in death by a son: Richard Bauer, three brothers: Delmar Bauer, Roy Bauer and Henry Bauer, Jr. and a great grandson: Cayden Flowers.
He was a proud Vietnam Veteran of the United States Army.
In 1974, Roger met the love of his life, Linda. Their love for one another was unconditional. Where one was, the other wasn’t far behind.
Roger retired from Certified Sales in St. Louis, Missouri after more than 40 years of service.
Roger would give the shirt off his back to anyone in need. To know him was to love him. He was one of a kind and had a heart of gold. He lived life to the fullest.
He enjoyed staying busy and was always on the go. He loved spending time with family and friends, going out to eat, bird watching, shopping and trying his luck at the slot machines and blackjack tables.
He took many trips to the casinos in Tunica, Mississippi with the last one being this past year.
He also loved to lounge and nap in his recliner with his fur baby, Peppe.
He will be missed immensely by many. His memory on this earth will forever be cherished.
Visitation will be 10-11:30 am Saturday at the Pechacek Funeral Home, Evansville, Illinois.
A memorial service for 81-year-old Roger D. Bauer of Evansville, Ill. will be held at 11:30 am, Saturday, March 9, 2024 at the Pechacek Funeral Home, Evansville, Illinois. Fr. Steven Pautler will officiate.
There will be a private inurnment in the St. Boniface Catholic Cemetery in Evansville, Illinois.
Memorials may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.