Obituaries
John K. Bauer, 77
May 19, 1944 - November 22, 2021
John K. Bauer, 77, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 22, 2021, at Lancaster General Hospital. Born and raised in Lancaster, he was the only child of the late Karl and Grace (Himpsl) Bauer. John was the loving husband of the late Janet L. (Sheaffer) Bauer, and they shared 43 years of marriage at the time of her passing in 2010.
John was well-known in the Lancaster area as the owner of Bauer Beverage. He unofficially retired in 2012, continued to work with the business and was a friend of the local community. He was a huge history enthusiast, especially the history of Lancaster. He enjoyed reading the LNP newspaper, viewing the comics, and doing the daily crossword puzzle. John enjoyed watching all Philadelphia sports teams and coached at St. Joseph Catholic School. An active member of the community, he was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Club, Civitas Lancaster (formerly Sertoma Club) and the African American Historical Society.
A loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather, John is survived by his daughter, Jill L. Hemler and her husband Michael, and his son, Joseph K. Bauer and his wife Geraldine, all from Lancaster. Also surviving are two grandchildren, Allison (Bauer) Saul and her husband Jeff, and Olivia Bauer, and a great-granddaughter, Carter Saul.
A viewing will be held from 6 – 8 PM on Monday, November 29, 2021, at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 441 North George Street, Millersville, PA 17551. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 AM on Tuesday, November 30, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 440 St. Joseph Street, Lancaster, PA 17603, where the family will receive guests beginning at 10 AM. Interment will follow at Conestoga Memorial Park, Lancaster. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in John’s memory to Resurrection Catholic School, 521 East Orange Street, Lancaster, PA 17602.
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December 04, 2021
The City of Lancaster will not be the same without John Bauer. I was a regular customer at Bauer Beverage for many years, and because John knew that I worked for city government in the Planning Bureau, John would often take time to chat with me about city matters. He was very proud of the success of the annual Long’s Park chicken barbecue and would discuss the operation with me. The smiling face closen for his obituary truly represents his character. He was a wonderful, warm human being, treating all his very diverse customers with respect. My condolences to his family.
November 29, 2021
Requiescat in pace. Love and prayers for you and your family
The Fasano family
November 29, 2021
I was fortunate to have met John at meetings of the African American Historical Society. I enjoyed talking to him about his German heritage and Lancaster’s history. My sincerest condolences to his family upon his passing. Death comes to us all but it is nevertheless a shock when it does. His good humor and common sense will be missed. But his legacy is his family and the persons with whom he came into contact. Peace to his ashes.
Leroy T. Hopkins
November 28, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers go out to John’s family. We enjoyed him every time he visited. He will be missed. May the peace and comfort of the Lord be with all his family and friends.
Kelly and Jim Delaney
November 28, 2021
I am saddened to learn of John’s passing. John was a valued member if the African American Historical Society & will be sorely missed by all of us. John & I used to chat about my brothers, but most importantly, John was a good & kind man who always had a kind word to say & shared good sense business advice with the Historical Society.
Rest in peace, John, till we meet again.
Barbara
November 28, 2021
We were saddened to read the news of John’s passing and would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family. John was a long-time friend since our days at St. Joe’s grade school and LCHS. Recently we would speak with him almost every week while shopping at Stauffer’s. He will be missed.
Woody and Sandy Gingrich
November 28, 2021
Sending my condolences to Joe, his sister and their families. I am so sorry to hear this. What a wonderful, nice man your dad was. Thinking of you, sending love to you all.
November 28, 2021
Thank you for all that you did Mr. Bauer for St. Joe and St. Joe sports, etc. I appreciate it greatly. I wish your family all the best during this time. Rest in peace.
November 26, 2021
So Sorry for your loss ! The Lord send angels to comfort the family. 🙏
Nancy Butler Cornwell
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- Monday, November 29, 2021
- 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
- 441 North George Street
- Millersville, PA 17551
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- Tuesday, November 30, 2021
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- 440 St. Joseph Street
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- Tuesday, November 30, 2021
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