Susanne “Sue” M. Bauer, age 71 of Durand, died Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Mayo Clinic Health Systems, St. Mary’s in Rochester, MN with her family by her side.
Sue was born on April 13, 1954 in Mondovi. She was the daughter of Wilbert A. “Bill” and Margaret “Maggie” (Schneider) Weiss. Sue moved with her family to Eau Claire for several years before moving to the Durand area. Sue graduated from St. Mary’s grade school in 1968 and graduated from Durand High School in 1972. After high school, Sue worked for Menards in the corporate office. Sue married Jerry M. Bauer on December 14, 1974, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Durand. After marriage, Sue worked for a florist shop in Menomonie. She then raised her family and became an important part of the Bauer Built family. She also became a prominent figure in the tire industry and in our community through her kindness and grace.
Sue was a very competitive person and enjoyed bowling, playing pool, golfing, fishing and playing cards. She loved spending time with family and friends, especially attending her children’s and grandchildren’s school and other events.
Sue is survived by her husband of 50 years, Jerry; children, Tad (Jodi Lechner) of Durand and Mandi (Chad Smith) of Eau Galle; granddaughters Breleigh, Bently and Brinly Bauer, Zoie and Maya Smith; brother, Rod (Pam) Weiss of Dousman, sister-in-law, Jodi Weiss of Hiawatha, IA; family friend, Zita Stewart of Durand; sister’s and brother’s-in-law, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Roger.
Memorial Mass will be 11:00AM Friday, May 16, 2025 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Durand with Rev. Emmanuel Asamoah-Bekoe officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00PM-7:00PM Thursday at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Durand and one hour prior to services at the church on Friday.
Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Durand, is serving the family.
Condolences
Fred Bauer
To Cousin Jerry - sincere condolences on the loss of your wife Sue after a pretty good run together of 50 years. Be thankful for the good times. Peace be with us????????????️ Cousin Fred????????
Rhonda Sweeney
Jerry, Tad and Mandi,
Thinking of you in this difficult time. My deepest sympathies to the whole Bauer family.
Mary Jane Thomsen
Your Red Cross family sends its heartfelt condolences. We were so grateful to know Sue and appreciated all she did for our community. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all as you go through this difficult loss.
Juan and Fatima Hernandez
Wishing the entire family peace and comfort during this time of grief. May you always hold the love and memories of the beloved Sue M. Bauer.
May God bless her resting soul.
Colin Cannon
Very sorry for your loss. May she Rest in Peace
George Supri
Thoughts and prayers for the family.
Pat petrie/ Kurth
My heart goes out to all the family!
May she rest in peace!puqu
Donna Walters-Nelson
So sorry to hear. Codolences to the family.
Joe and Jan Drier
Jerry, Tad, Jodi, Mandi, Chad and families,
Sending our Deepest Sympathy, Thoughts and Prayers to you all during this time!
Bob McCoy
Jerry & family
I am so sorry for your loss. While I don’t know all of your family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I’ve learned she was a wonderful and giving person and I know she will long be remembered by all who knew her.
Have comfort in knowing she’s in a good place.
Carry on in life like you know she would want you to.
Brett & Glenda Black
Our deepest condolences.
May the memories of your wife and mother bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen.
Rita Doverspike
My sympathy to your family at this difficult time.
Anthone Caradine
May you rest in peace within the embrace of the Lord.
Delores Schwartz
I regret that a previous family matter kept me from attending Sue’s funeral. The family is in my thoughts and prayers. Sue was a beautiful and gracious person. She treated everyone with kindness and respect. God give her peace!
Kelly Silberhorn
So sorry to hear the passing of Sue, A lot of great memories from Club 10 days.. My thoughts n prayers to all..
Gary & Judi Bauer
Jerry, Tad, Jodi, Mandy and family
Our sincere sympathy to each and every one of you.
Our paths crossed many times over the years during daycare for the girls birthday and holiday parties. So many wonderful visits with Sue, she was a super special lady. ❤️ Keeping you all in our prayers ????????
Helen Danzinger
My dearest sympathy to the Bauer family on your loss of your wife mother grandmother and friend. May she rest in peace.
Jim and Marge Schiefelbein
We are so sorry to hear of Sue's passing. She must have endured a lot during her time here. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. God Bless.
Pat Baier
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. May she rest in peace with the Lord.
George Pehanick
Jerry
Our condolences. Sue was a lovely, elegant woman.
George & Gretchen Pehanick.
Steve Schultz
Our most sincere condolences on your loss.
Jim and Mary Wayne
Thinking of you during this difficult time. MY your memories bring you confort
Donna Jones
Sympathy, thoughts and prayers go out to you all. So sorry to read of Sue's passing.....I well remember her support of you, Tad and Mandi, as you were my students in first grade. A truly beautiful presence. May she rest in Peace and may your faith and memories be sources of consolation in the days ahead.
James & Cheryl Stankiewicz
Our deepest sympathies to the family.
Jami J G Callan
Sending my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Sue……
Keep your fondest memories close…….for those are yours forever….
PATRICIA FRION
So very sorry for your loss. Sue and I shared a room when having our sons.
John and Judy Parr
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
PATRICK B Brantner
I am very sorry for your loss. She was a great person. God bless you.
Mike Doverspike
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Mike and Holly Doverspike
Paula Smith
Tad and JODIE and family i am truly sorry for the loss of your mother and mother in law i hope the memories you have last forever so sorry again ill keep you both in my thoughts and prayers
Paula Smith
Dale and Laurel Gruber
Sincere sympathy and friendship for Jerry and their families ????????????????????????
Rainie Harmon
Im truly sorry for the loss of Sue. She was a special lady. Im not to good at knowing what to say but Im praying for all of you. Much love, Rainie Harmon.
Sally Steinke
So sorry for your loss. She was a beautiful person. Hugs and prayers to your families. Dave and Sally Steinke ♥️
Kristine Polzer
We are sending our deepest sympathy to all of Sue's family. She will be missed by many.
Sincerely, Dave and Kris Polzer
Pete Adler
Jerry and family, our sincere condolences on the passing of Sue, you are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless all of you. The Adler’s
Warren Petryk
Eternal rest grant unto Sue, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her...
You have my and Jane's deepest sympathy on your loss of Sue to your family...she was a beautiful human being!
Blessings,
Warren and Jane
Donna West
Condolences to the family. Sue was a wonderful LADY. I will miss her friendly smile
Doug and Donna Gruber
We are so sorry to hear of Sue's passing. Our prayers and condolences to the family on your loss. ????????
Richard and Kathy Bauer
So sorry for your loss
Doshie & Dick Grey
Jerry and family. No words can express our sadness for all you . So hard to lose a wife, mother at such a young age. We hope in time your lives will be filled with beautiful memories and you will find peace.
Tom & Mary Jean Schiefelbein
Jerry, Tad, Jodi, Mandy, Chad & family: Tom & I want to offer you our heartfelt condolences…Sue was a special friend and a neighbor of ours for years…She will be truly missed by all who knew her..Tom & Mary Jean
Thom Rutherford
So very SORRY to this beautiful SPECIAL Lady and FRIEND...She had a LOVING CARING Heart since she was a little girl.. .Jerry very sincere thoughts and BLESDINGS to YOU and Family...May the Good LORD keep you strong with his LOVE knowing many care for Sue and ALL YOUR Family Now and forever...Thom Rutherford
Patti Blount
I'm sorry to hear about the passing of Sue. Sympathy to the family during this difficult time.
Gary and Nicki Brantner
Sue, was a very special lady. Always enjoyed visiting with her when she went to see her mom. She always had a smile with a friendly "hi"
John and Patty Wayne
Our Heartfelt Sympathy goes out to you and your family. She was a the caring and loving person will be missed in our area.
Larry and Carol Prissel
Jerry and Family Have our Sympathy May Sue rest in peace.
Juanita Ikuta Schodde
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of Sue. She held a very special place in the hearts of my parents, Galen and Arcella Bauer.
Kathy lee
Our sympathy nndxfhkx
Donna and Dick Karshbaum
Sue Was a Beautiful Lady, Her Heart was so Big, We are So Sorry for Your Loss, God Bless You All, Hugs and Prayers Sent to The Family ❤️
Laura Boese
Hugs and prayers to the family of Susy- she will be so missed- an amazing friendly person- RIP ???? ❤️????
Mary Ann Weissinger
Jerry and entire family have my deepest sympathy. I will miss her smile. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers
Cheryl Alme Bysong
Thoughts and prayers to the Bauer family. Sending my condolences.
Pete and Kay Pershern
We are so sorry for your loss. You have our deepest sympathy.
Prayers to all!!
LYNN & KELLY COULSON
Blessings to you all during this terrible time. May Sue rest in peace. She was a lovely lady who had a smile for everyone.
Trina
Uncle Jerry, Tad and Mandi~
Aunt Sue’s amazing spirit lives on through us all. Sending you all my love during this difficult time.
xoxoxo ~Trina
Mike Scott
I was so sorry to hear about Sue’s passing. She was such a kind person. My prayers are with you and your family.
Terry & Connie Weber
Sending sympathy & prayers to you all. So many loving memories to bring peace & healing day by day ????
Brenda J Smith
You all have my sympathy, she was such a special person ???? I loved to visit with Sue.
She will be missed by everyone.
Take care of yourselves.
Love Brenda Smith
Lee & Char Anderson
So sorry for your loss. Your entire family is in our thoughts at this difficult time. Sue was a wonderful person.
