Bradley L. “Corn” Bauer, age 55 of Eau Claire, died Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at the Brotoloc Health Systems home in New Richmond with his family by his side after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease.
Brad was born on March 4, 1959 in Durand. He was the son of Eugene and Delores (Weiss) Bauer. He grew up in Durand and graduated from Durand High School in 1977. After high school, Brad attended CVTC in Eau Claire and earned a degree as an Electrical Lineman. Brad married Jan Stenzel on June 13, 1987 at St. Mary’s Church in Durand. After marriage, they lived in the Twin Cities and New Richmond before settling in Eau Claire. While in Eau Claire, Brad worked for the United States Postal Service for 20 years before retiring due to his illness.
Brad enjoyed playing softball and refereeing football. He liked to go hunting and fishing with his family. Brad was an all-around handy man but had a passion for wood working. He loved to attend his children’s sporting events and enjoyed working at the Rolling Greens Golf Course in Durand.
Brad is survived by his children; Brittany (Adam) Celt of Plymouth, MN, Spencer of Minneapolis, MN, his mother; Dolly Bauer of Eau Claire, three brothers; Dave (Lynn) of Inver Grove Heights, MN, Tim (Lori) of Meridean and Ted (Cathy) of New Richmond, two sisters; Cheryl (Eric) Harmon of Baldwin and Amy (Steve) Rohrscheib of Eau Claire, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his father; Gene, one brother; Brent M. “Chaz” Bauer, nieces; Christina Bauer Weissinger, Kylie Harmon and Paige Rohrscheib.
Funeral Services will be 11:30 AM Friday, January 16, 2015 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Durand. Rev. Eric Linzmaier will officiate. Friends may call from 4-8 PM Thursday at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Durand and one hour prior to services at the church on Friday.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Brad’s name to the Parkinson’s disease Foundation.
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Condolences
Patti Blount
I'm sorry to hear about the passing of Brad. Sympathy to the family during this time.
Geoffrey Phillips nee' Jeff Philpott
Dolly and family, Brad was one of the first friends I made back when we were all little kids on W. Third Avenue and we were all tying our wagons together playing circus train and playing in each others sand boxes, being annoying to all adults, and basically doing those things kids do on a regular basis. You and Gene did such a marvelous job of raising your kids to become the men and women they are today. My heart aches at this news, so please accept my deepest sympathy and condolences over his passing. I am sure the strong family that you and Gene fostered got him through many of his most difficult times, so rest assured though physically gone, he is very much present with you in spirit as the bonds of family and love are forever.
Rich and Teresa Wadell
So sorry for your loss.
Mary Corneiller
Spencer:
I was so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this difficult time.
Take care,
Mary Corneiller
Jami Callan
Dolly, Dave, Ted, Cheryl, and Amy,
I was saddened to hear of Brad's passing.
Hold on to your fondest memories of Brad, as those are yours forever. He is at peace and suffers no longer.
Sincerely,
Jami J. Callan
Dick and Jan Bates
Family of Brad "Corn" Bauer:
So sorry to hear of your loss. We did not know him well but know he was dearly loved by his family. We will remember Brad in our prayers.
Dick & Jan Bates
Paula Frank
Dear Brittany, Spencer, and Rohrscheib family,
I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of your dearest loved one. I know the pain of the deep void felt when a loved one is no longer living among us. But, I also know the joy of realizing that a loved one is now in the loving embrace of our Lord, Jesus Christ. I am praying that your grief will soon give way to the delight of your beloved memories. May the God of all comfort be with you all. Much love to you, Ms. Frank
Gregory P. Plutshack
To the family of Brad Bauer: I was sad to hear of Brad's passing. Also, I didn't know of his illness. It's been some time since I have seen any of the Bauer boys! Probably since we all played softball together on the 5th Quarter or Security National Bank team. That seems like a lifetime ago. I remember Brad, Dave and Ted's dad Gene vividly! He was always a fine man and decent father! The Bauer family always stuck together, that was one of Gene's and Dolly's strengths that they instilled on the kids! It was a great time in my life just knowing such a family and I will truly miss Brad. He passed much too soon! Brad, Dave and especially Ted were fine ball players! Those were the days! Until we meet again Brad, I bid you farewell for now! Take care all of the Bauer family!
Blue, Robert, Catherine & Saige Plutshack
John Knutson
Brad,
Through eight years at St. Mary's followed by four years at DHS, you were always a good friend. You were always one of the, if not the best, athletes I ever played with. You made many of the rest of us better. You were a great athlete with your hard work and effort for our teams, but you were a much better person. Caring and compassionate for others with a fierce loyalty to friends. I was always very proud to call you a friend of mine. God Bless Brad. I'll miss you.
John Knutson
Dave and Kris Polzer
Sending the Bauer family our sincere sympathy in the loss of Brad.
Dave and Kris Polzer
Rick (Cisco) Plumer
My condolences to the Bauer family. RIP Corn! Proud to have had you as a friend. Thanks for the memories-Daytona Beach!. Sorry I am not able to make it home for the services. You're in my thoughts.
Debbie Weiss
My deepest sympathy to Aunt Dolly and the entire Bauer Family. Brad will be missed
Leisha (Bauer) Gust
SO sorry for your loss! Sending hugs and prayers to the entire family! Brad was a GREAT guy!!! I remember how much he loved softball! May God wrap his loving arms around you all!!
Pete & Marla Komro
Bauer Family, We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to your entire family. May his memories comfort you during this difficult time.
Mary Weiss
So sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy to Aunt Dolly and all of the Bauer family.
Cindy and Ed Hofacker
Brad was so proud of Brittany and Spencer. He was loved by his siblings. He was a hard worker and he was a fighter . . . and he will be missed. So very sorry for your loss. We have been praying for the extended Bauer family and will continue to ask God to give you peace and to replace some of the heartache with laughter as you share your memories and stories.
Randy and Nancy Weber
Brad was one of those "Larger than Life" kind of guys. GREAT athlete, teammate and friend are just a few of the words used to describe him. In school or in a social setting, Brad was fairly quiet. But on the field or on the court, when Corn spoke, WE LISTENED! Keep throwin TD's and hittin HR's, your teammates will always be with you!
Sharon and Douglas Bauer
We are so sorry to hear of Brad's passing. We thought the world of Brad. Our sympathy goes out to the family. May God keep you all strong and may he wrap his arms around all of you! God Bless!
Cory Kincaid
my condolences to your family Brad was a wonderful man rest in peace
Tom Pattison
To the Bauer family, my sincere condolences. I'm so sad that I can't make the drive to Durand for the funeral do to my own health situation. As I said before, I'm very, very sad.
Tom Pattison
To the Bauer family, my sincere condolences. I'm so sad that I can't make the drive to Durand for the funeral do to my own health situation. As I said before, I'm very, very sad.
Nancy Thornton Rogers
Sorry to hear about the loss of Brad. You are all in my prayers and thoughts. Memories last forever.
Doug & Donna Gruber
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers at this time of great lose. May he rest in peace.
Walter Hovland
My Prayers and thoughts go out to the family. Brad will be missed.
Amy Liskey
I am so sorry for your loss.
Bonnie Hoff
Brittany, so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in the upcoming days. Keep your memories close to your heart. Jeffrey and Bonnie Hoff
Valerie Hovey Pifer
Tim and family, I am very sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Brock Lunderville
Bauer Family, I would like to extend my sympathy to your entire family. Brad and I played softball and basketball together at Technical College. We also worked together at the Rod and Gun Club on Thursday nights tending bar. Many good memories, God Bless your family in a difficult time.
Brock Lunderville
Crystal Dow
A message to all of Brad's family----I had such a great time when Brad & I worked the Golf Club! I have vivid memories of him catching gophers and moles---putting them in a plastic bag, and then putting them in the food freezer.......Then he also would go into the pond for golf balls to sell, then quietly come in to the office and sit on the office chair when he was still soaking wet! I didn't know this, so when I had a chance to sit down on the chair, my backside would also be wet----goofy guy.
many good memories, and now he can be out of pain. My condolences---from Crystal Dow (Sockness)
S Ford
I would like to offer my deepest sympathies to you. I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are never alone. Turn to the Holy Scriptures for guidance and to help soothe your heart. Psalms 34:18 assures us that God is near to those broken at heart and crushed in spirit. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
terry (coach) petrie
BRAD AND I OFFICIATED HUNDREDS OF FOOTBALL GAMES.OUR CREW WAS MADE UP OF TOM B, JASON F ,CHAD M, BRAD, AND MYSELF. AFTER THE GAME I CAN REMEMBER TOM B, SAYING ," HERE'S TO HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS!" AS WE OPENED A COLD ONE. WE HAD MANY GOOD TIMES TOGETHER AS A CREW--ESPECIALLY OUR YEARLY GET-TOGETHER DINNER OUT.BRAD PASSED WAY TOO EARLY TO A TERRIBLE DISEASE. HE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY.
Vijay George
I went to High School with Brad. He was a very good athlete and one of the main reasons we won the Middle Border Conference Title our Senior Year. I am sorry for your loss.
pat petrie / kurth
My heartfelt condolences go out to all the family. Brad was a fine young man. I enjoyed getting to know him when he was officiating football with Terry Petrie and the gang. We would all get together when the season was over. Each and every member if his family had so much to offer-- very talented individuals. Enjoy reliving those special memories.
Kristina Anderson
Bauer family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Sending our deepest sympathies.
Coach P and family
Kim Jacks
Our sympathies to your family. Our prayers and thoughts are with your family.
