BAUER, Dorothy C., age 91, of Rochester, left this earthly life when summoned by her Lord in the early morning hours of March 5, 2014, and joined the Saints in heaven who had preceded her. She was born April 19, 1922, in Frankenmuth and was united in marriage to Erwin G. Bauer on July 16, 1944. In 1946 they moved to Rochester where her husband became the Principal of St. John Lutheran School. Together they established their home and raised six children. She was a devoted member of St. John Lutheran Church and was actively involved with the Senior Choir, the LWML and the Hannah Circle. Beloved wife of Erwin Bauer. Devoted mother of Judith (the Rev. Les Stahlke) Bauer, Fredrick (Susan) Bauer, Gene (Adelene) Bauer, Dale Bauer, Carol (Tom) Martin and the late Gary (Barbara) Bauer. She is also survived by her eight grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren and her sisters, Marie Schreiner and Mildred Bender and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Funeral Services 10:00 a.m. Saturday at St. John Lutheran Church, 1011 W. University Drive in Rochester followed by burial in Mt. Avon Cemetery. Visitation Friday 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at PIXLEY FUNERAL HOME, 322 W. University Drive in downtown Rochester. Her family has requested that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Dorothy’s name may be made to the St. John Lutheran Church & School Foundation. www.pixleyfuneral.com
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