Age 79 of Ramsey died March 10, 2026, after a courageous battle with dementia.
Preceded by her parents, Mary (Meyer) and Gilbert Bauer; siblings, Betty Sue Bauer, Mary Anne Shoemaker and
Joseph Bauer.
Survived by her husband Ken Brcka; sister, Terri (Bob) George and brother, John Bauer. children, Dan Kraemer (Lisa Tozer), Tim (Susan Svitak-Kraemer) Kraemer, Jeanne (Brian) Kelly,
Charlie (Colette) Kraemer; 8 grandchildren; 4 step-children; 7 step- grandchildren and other relatives and friends.
Kathy taught those around her how to love. With her quick and sassy sense of humor, it was easy for her to strike up a conversation with those she did and did not know. Kathy appreciated the little miracles that life would bring and never missed an opportunity to celebrate life's joys, no matter how small.
Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 am Saturday, March 21, 2026, at
St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church (7633 161st Ave NW, Ramsey, MN). Visitation 9:30 am until time of Mass.
Gearhart Anoka Funeral Home
www.GearhartAnokaChapel.com