Gilbert F. “Gilly” Bauer

Gilbert F. “Gilly” Bauer
Gilbert F. “Gilly” Bauer age 87 of Durand, died peacefully on Friday, January 2, 2015 at the Chippewa Valley Hospital in Durand with his family by his side.
Gilbert was born on January 5, 1927 in Durand. He was the son of Andrew and Mary Bauer, he was the youngest of five siblings. He grew up in the Lima area and attended a small country school. At the age of 15, Gilbert took over the family farm due to his father’s illness. On January 28, 1948, Gilbert married Betty J. Girard at Holy Rosary Catholic Church-Lima, rural Durand. After marriage, they continued to farm and raise their family. Gilbert also worked at the Ice House in Eau Claire, Bauer’s Gas and he drove truck for the canning factory in Durand. He retired from farming in 1986, but he continued to help on the farm with field work until 2013. In his retirement, Gilbert enjoyed driving the Amish to various places.
Gilbert’s passion in life was farming. When he couldn’t help farm, he would come out to the farm to watch. He enjoyed watching western movies, professional wrestling, and he loved to spend time with family and friends.
Gilbert is survived by his children; Diane (Marty) Prissel, Sharon (Stan) Jesse, both of Durand, Vicky (Dick) Klein of Wabasha, MN, Brian (Rhonda) of Rushford, MN, Brent (Heidi) of Durand, 24 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren, two great great grandsons, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife; Betty, one son in infancy; Joseph, three brothers; Raymond, Willis and Lud, two sisters; Annabelle Bauer and Emma Alexander.
Funeral Mass was held at 11:30 AM Wednesday, January 7, 2015 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church-Lima, rural Durand. Rev. Al Jakubowski officiated. Burial is in the church cemetery. Friends may call from 4-7 PM
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Gilbert’s name to the St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or a local charity of your choice.
Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Durand, is serving the family.
Condolences may be made online at www.rhielfuneralhome.com.

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