Allen Bauer, 71, a Northland resident and member of St. Therese Parish, died Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022.
He was born Sept. 11, 1951, in Detroit, Mich., to John and Virginia (Kesting) Bauer. He attended Denby High School in Detroit, until he moved to live with his father and stepmother, Martina Bauer, and graduate from Tremper High School in Kenosha, Wis.
Allen was a sergeant in the Marine Corps and an expert marksman. He met his wife of 48 years, Deborah, in the Marine Corps.
He had a bachelor’s degree in business from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside and a master’s in business from Central Michigan University. Allen was a credit manager at Builders FirstSource. He also was a Certified Credit Executive.
He is survived by his wife; a daughter, Elizabeth Herdman, husband Bradley; a son, Michael; and grandchildren Myla, Alivia and Parker. Allen also is survived by his sisters, Carol Runde, husband Craig and Judy Tipton, husband Dennis; and his brother, Jerry Kamyszek.
Allen enjoyed gardening and playing golf. He also was a Eucharistic minister.
Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m., Monday, September 26, 2022 at St. Therese Catholic Church. The Rosary will be prayed at 10:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial celebrating Allen’s life will commence at 11:00 a.m. Burial will immediately follow at Resurrection North Cemetery. Memories of Allen and condolences to the family may be shared at meyersfuneralchapel.com.
I worked with Allen for over 7 years. He will be dearly missed. Allen was always kind and willing to help out whenever he could. My sympathy to his family and friends.
I worked with Allen for a lot of years. He will be missed. So sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and the family.
I have worked with Allen for 7 years. He use to walk into the office every morning with a smile and some sort of Dry Humor greeting to start the day. Allen always made my day. We would banter back and forth through the day. He had a Big smile and always a kind word. He was a very good boss to work for. He empowered all who worked for him and was there when needed. He listened and helped and always stood behind and backed his staff. Allen always took time out no matter what he was doing if you needed help he was there. Allen was always strong in his faith and we had many conversations.
I really do not have the words at this time to truly express how much i will miss him. But he will be missed by those who knew him. My sympathy to Deb, Elizabeth, and Micheal and to the rest of his family. My prayers are with you.
Thank you Allan for your service to our country. Because of your service we can all live our lives in peace and freedom.
God bless you for keeping our country safe and for all the sacrifices you have made for our country for me and for all of us.
LINDA PETERSON
WIFE OF A (DECEASED) UNITED STATES ARMY VETERAN
Dear Deb and family,
We are very saddened to learn of Allen’s sudden passing. I have had many memories from growing up come to mind this week and will cherish those always. Know that we are keeping all of you in our prayers as you go through the days ahead and find peace.
Deb
Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss your husband and beloved family member. May he Rest In Peace.
Elizabeth and Bradley. We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. Our prayers and sympathy are with you.
Deb,
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember meeting you and Allen at Guess Who’s Coming to dinner many years ago. As a fellow “noon Mass” person, I will miss seeing him at church.
I am so terribly sorry to hear this! Allen was such a kind man. I know he will be sorely missed.
Allen will definitely be missed. I’ve been working with Allen for many years and those that have worked with him at my store are all in shock. He was good to work with and my prayers are with his family and friends.
Sorry I just recently heard about Allen’s passing. Allen hired me for my first credit job at AOC International in the 1980’s. I have crossed paths with him professionally over the years. Allen has always been a very caring , polite and pleasant person, always with a nice smile and good word to say. I remember going on the pontoon boat with him and Debbie when they lived at Weatherbee Lake. He will always be thought of with fondness. Prayers for Debbie and family while dealing with his loss. Heaven will certainly be celebrating his arrival.