John A Bauer, age 82 of Durand, died Saturday, January 7, 2023 at his home in Durand with his family by his side.

John was born on March 30, 1940 in Caledonia, MN. He was the son of Gerhard and Helen (Reining) Bauer. John grew up in Caledonia and graduated Loretto High School in 1958. After high school, John worked for Bissen Oil Company & Gas in Caledonia. John married Judy Blair on September 10, 1960 in Brownsville, MN. John and Judy later moved with their family to Winona, MN where John worked Federal Sunbeam Bakery. While working for Sunbeam, John made deliveries to the Durand area. Later, they moved to Durand where John went to work for Red & White Grocery Store. John later owned and operated the Sears Catalog Company in Durand, he made deliveries for Durand Transfer and later worked for the City of Durand for over 24 years.

John enjoyed bowling, cards, golf and softball. He liked watching his grandchildren’s sports and school activities, and going hunting and fishing. John was also a member of the Knights of Columbus

John is survived by his wife of 62 years, Judy, children, Jeff (Ivy) of Sarona, Jeni (Scott) Bauer and Jay (Jo), both of Durand, 10 grandchildren, Tiffany (Wally),  Ted (Sarah), Katie (Dustin), Jamie (Lanny), Josh (Lindsey), Jackie (Cody), Keauna, Jack, Madisyn and Olivia, six great grandchildren, Micah, Max, Maiya, Korra, Victor and Connor, three sisters, LaVina Lange, Rita Svehaag and Mary Mullen, two brothers-in-law, Art Robak, Dave Augedahl, three sisters-in-law, Wanda Bauer, Leota Bauer and Darlene McGinnis. He is preceded in death by his parents, siblings, Vincent (Rosine) Bauer, Sr. Vinciana Bauer, Bernice (Les) Lange, Teresa (Ralph) Heberlein, Shorty Bauer, Gordy Bauer, Millie Robak and Helen Augedahl and brothers-in-law, Ted Lange, Jay Schense and Lee Svehaag.  

Memorial Mass will be 11:00AM Thursday, January 12, 2023 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Durand with Rev. Timothy Reither officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be 4:00PM-7:00PM Wednesday at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Durand and one hour prior to services at the church on Thursday.

Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Durand, is serving the family.

Condolences

1. Michelle Endl January 18, 2023, at 4:07pm

   Jay, and family, Sending my thoughts and prayers and sincere condolences -Michelle Endl

2. Jenny January 18, 2023, at 12:19pm

   My sincerest condolences to all of the Bauer family. John was a great guy with one of the best smiles! I am praying and thinking of all of you during this difficult time.

3. Dick and Ruth Doughty January 13, 2023, at 8:18am

   Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

4. David Giesler January 12, 2023, at 2:44pm

   Judy, Sad to hear of your loss.Wish you peace and happiness for the future Time Heals our hurt. .David

5. Sue Robak January 11, 2023, at 7:58pm

   The picture for Uncle John’s obituary is perfect! I can practically hear his laugh just looking at it. To the family- I’m so sorry for you loss. While his passing makes me sad, I can imagine the welcome celebration for him in heaven was awesome! I’ll be with you in spirit on Thursday, and will be keeping all of you in my prayers.
   Love, Sue Ann

6. John and Judy Parr January 11, 2023, at 2:07pm

   Wonderful person hugs

7. ED NELSON January 11, 2023, at 8:37am

   Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

8. Tom Lorenz January 10, 2023, at 5:52pm

   Jay, our sympathy to you and your entire family.
   Tom and Lisa Lorenz
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9. Michelle (Davy) Hompertz January 10, 2023, at 5:35pm

   Judy, so sorry to hear of John's passing. He always had a smile for everyone and a great sense of humor. Loved seeing you two at any gathering. Prayers and thoughts for you and whole family.

10. Patti Blount January 9, 2023, at 10:13pm

    So sorry to hear about the passing of John. Sympathy to his family and friends during this difficult time. He was always so nice to talk with at the Library. He always had his little notebook keeping track of all the books he read.

11. June Baker January 9, 2023, at 10:02pm

    Prayers to John’s family. Always enjoyed visiting with him at the library.

12. Kay Longsdorf January 9, 2023, at 7:59pm

    Judy,
    I was sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you. Kay

13. Diane L Nelson January 9, 2023, at 6:39pm

    Prayers for the family. John was such a nice man! Sympathy to all.

14. Audrey Almo January 9, 2023, at 6:07pm

    I'm so sorry to hear about John. We were classmates for 12 years, and yes, he was a very nice guy. My hugs and prayers are with you and family.

15. Virginia Heintz January 9, 2023, at 4:31pm

    My deepest sympathy to you and your family Judy. Your in my prayers, He was so liked by everyone.

16. Tom and Linda Mulder January 9, 2023, at 4:09pm

    thoughts and prayers to the family. so sorry for your Loss. I am Vern and Rosie Henning oldest daughter Hugs to the family

17. nancy becker January 9, 2023, at 3:57pm

    Didn't know John, but am related. Loved visiting Helen and Gerhardt and the Bauer family. My sympathies to all.

18. Walter L Hovland January 9, 2023, at 3:50pm

    So Sorry for your loss - Our thoughts and Prayers are with all of you

19. Cheryl Alme Bysong January 9, 2023, at 3:26pm

    My sincere condolences.

20. Julie Rask (was Bauer) January 9, 2023, at 12:26pm

    Sending my deepest condolences to you all. I was part of the Bauer family (was married to Paul, Shorty &Leota's son) and always enjoyed meeting you all. A great bunch of ppl and always laughter, cards and memories involved. Sending comforting hugs your way.

21. Kim and Lynette Wagenbach January 9, 2023, at 9:58am

    You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May John rest in peace.

22. Maralyn & LaVere Anderson January 9, 2023, at 8:56am

    So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with Judy and the family at this sad time. John was such a enjoyable guy to visit with!

23. Rita Palazzi Yee January 9, 2023, at 8:49am

    John was so good to me when I was a kid! He always took the time to make me smile when he saw me. He always had a smile on his face. As a kid, going to "John and Judy's" was always a fun thing to do. Sending lots of real love and tons of virtual hugs to everyone in the Bauer family!

24. Lee & Char Anderson January 9, 2023, at 8:43am

    So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

25. Aggie Schmitz January 8, 2023, at 10:56pm

    Dear Judy, you have my sympathy on your loss of John.
    I remember the nice visit we had with you and John at our last family reunion in Stewertville.
    You are in my thoughts and prayers. Aggie (Reining) Schmitz

26. Gary & Judi Bauer January 8, 2023, at 10:28pm

    Our sympathy Judy and to your family, keeping you all in our prayers

27. Nick and Sue Sperger January 8, 2023, at 9:44pm

    We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

28. Ned & Anna Waltz January 8, 2023, at 9:17pm

    Judy, sorry to hear of John's passing. Our deepest Sympathy and Prayers to you and your family!

29. Jean Askov January 8, 2023, at 8:56pm

    So sorry Judy to learn of John's passing. My sympathy and prayers to you and the family.

30. Maria Stemper January 8, 2023, at 8:44pm

    Uncle John will surely be missed, but his great smile, sense of humor, and peaceful presence will remain in my heart always. I’ll always treasure when the siblings would gather at our house….oh the conversations, the teasing and laughter that took place!! Great memories! Sending much love, sympathy and prayers to you Aunt Judy, Jeff, Jeni, Jay and families! Maria & Dan Stemper family

31. Shannon Carsten January 8, 2023, at 8:35pm

    John will always be in my heart- a kind man who always wanted to lend a hand to me whenever he knew he could. Pleasant and always a huge smile to greet me with! Hugs to the family during this difficult time.

32. Terri and Mike Dematteo January 8, 2023, at 7:52pm

    Our most sincere condolences to Judy and the entire family. John was such a nice man and will certainly be missed. Hugs and prayers!

33. Kurt and Sue Richardson January 8, 2023, at 7:36pm

    Sending our heartfelt condolences to you Judy and family! ???? John was an awesome guy! He will be missed!

34. Judy and John parr January 8, 2023, at 7:30pm

    What a great person
    Hugs to all

35. Rich Bennett January 8, 2023, at 6:52pm

    To the entire Bauer Family, we are so sorry for your loss and will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

    The Bennett’s

36. Connie weiss January 8, 2023, at 6:31pm

    So sorry for your loss.He will be missed.Hugs to all.

37. Pat and Irene Toomey January 8, 2023, at 6:29pm

    We always enjoyed seeing you & Judy in Bville and would always share a good laugh. RIP John. You will definitely be missed.

38. Marty & Diane Prissel January 8, 2023, at 6:19pm

    Judy, sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy to all the families. Will miss John’s sense of humor, he was a great guy!!

39. Joe and Jan Drier January 8, 2023, at 5:26pm

    Judy and Family, So very sorry for your loss. John was a wonderful man! Sending Our Sympathy and Prayers!!

40. Tim Carlisle January 8, 2023, at 5:11pm

    So sorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers to all
    Tim

41. Kay January 8, 2023, at 4:44pm

    So sorry for your loss. He was a good person. Kenny alsways enjoyed visiting with him. With Sympathy.

42. Tony and Ann Bauer January 8, 2023, at 4:14pm

    John Bauer, A loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, and friend to many! John will be missed dearly! Especially from his Families in Caledonia and Brownsville!! Will miss that Big Grin John and the teasing!! We Love you Uncle Johnny!! God's Blessings to All of you!! Tony and Ann and Families

43. Calla Brantner January 8, 2023, at 3:43pm

    So sorry to see this Jay! Prayers for you and your family!

44. Don and Nancy Castleberg January 8, 2023, at 3:35pm

    Sorry for your loss

45. Becky Richardson January 8, 2023, at 3:14pm

    Sorry for your loss.

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