Shirley passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 20, 2022.
Shirley was born February 5, 1952 in Tacoma, Washington.
Shirley is survived by her husband of 51 years, Richard Michael Bauer, Sr. They were married on July 2, 1971. She is also survived by her children, Richard Michael Bauer Jr., James Scott Bauer, Jason Leon Bauer, Tammara Lynn Bauer; grandchildren, Allison Rebecca Murphy, Lyndsey Marie Bauer, Alexis Makayla Bauer, Tyller Mackenzie Bauer, Nigel Glenn Pocock and Kendall Grace Bauer.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Velma Artelia Rawlings (Gregory); father, Austin Lee Rawlings, Sr.; and her brothers, Austin Lee Rawlings Jr. and Larry Dean Rawlings.
Her kind heart and creative energy will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew and loved her. Shirley's greatest devotion was her family. She always exemplified hard work and perseverance.
Shirley retired from Weld County after working there for 23 years between the DMV and Assessor's Office. Shirley enjoyed making crafts and selling them at various craft shows over the years. She collected fairy figurines and made beautiful fairy gardens.
Shirley loved butterflies and now she has gone to fly with the butterflies. She has left fairies here to watch over each of her loved ones until we meet again.
Dear God, thank you for sharing this wonderful woman with us. She was loved by many. With a heavy heart we return her to you, as it is her time. Please grant her serenity in your care. Amen.
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