Hilda was born in Fort Lee, to the late Constance Branton. She grew up in Fort Lee before moving to Andover Township over 50 years ago. She married her high school sweetheart, John Bauerlein in 1959. She was a homemaker for many years before she began her career as the town clerk for Andover Township and retired after 25 years. Hilda was known for her artistic talents; she enjoyed crafting, painting, sewing and stain glass. When people would come to visit, they always looked forward to her delicious desserts. Hilda enjoyed vacationing at the Jersey Shore with her family and going on cruises with her friends.
The beloved wife of John William Bauerlein, Hilda is survived by her daughters, Lisa Williams and her husband Alex Dunlop and Tina Williams and her husband Jim and her grandchildren Luke and Emma Williams and Ken and Brian Williams.
A memorial visitation will be held on Monday, September 20, 2021 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Smith-McCracken Funeral Home, 63 High Street, Newton, NJ 07860. A memorial service will begin at 2 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made out to Municipal Clerks' Association of New Jersey, 88 Inskip Ave, Ocean Grove, NJ 07756. Condolences may be offered online at www.smithmccrackenfuneralhome.com
