1957
2017
James Bauer passed away at his home in Malcolm, Nebraska on August 4, 2017. He fought a courageous battle with cancer and is now in his heavenly home.
Jim was born on June 21, 1957 in Estherville, Iowa and lived his boyhood years in Milford, Iowa.
He was married on December 31, 1981 to Janet Welke Bauer. They lived in several places, including Colorado, Georgia, and Iowa before settling in the Lincoln area in 1989.
Jim is preceded in death by his father, Frank George Bauer (1996) and mother, Bonnie Mae Bauer (Fox) (2011) of Milford, Iowa. He is survived by his wife Janet of Malcolm, son Nicholas (Tracy) and grandchildren Hayden, Khloe and Rhet - Cortland, and son Douglas (Jackie)-Gretna. He is also survived by five brothers: David (Cherrie), Frank (Blaine), Mike (Cyndi), Dan (Maggie), and Robert along with several nieces and nephews.
Jim graduated from Milford High School. He enlisted in the United States Navy and served as an aviation electrician's mate from 1977 - 1981, stationed primarily at Fallon Naval Air Station in Nevada. He graduated in 1984 from Colorado Aerotech with his Air-Frame and Power Plant License and earned the Outstanding Student of his class.
He was employed at Duncan Aviation in Lincoln as an aircraft mechanic for 28 years and was a proud member of the Silver Wings Club. Jim enjoyed reading, bird watching, and making stained glass. He was also an avid Ham radio operator and trained weather spotter.
Jim was a member of Southwood Lutheran Church in Lincoln where he served as an usher, reader, and youth leader. He also enjoyed participating in mission trips. He was always eager to help others and always served with a smile. He fought the good fight and kept his strong faith in the midst of the battle. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.
Viewing will be at Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home on August 9th from 3-7 PM. Funeral will be at Southwood Lutheran Church on August 10th at 10:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, please send Memorials to Southwood Lutheran Youth Mission Ministry or directly to the family.
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August 15, 2017
Ed Holloway KRPT
Met Jim through amateur radio. Was a great guy to know and enjoyed storm spotting. Jim will be missed by many in the club. RIP and 73's Jim. Ed KRPT
August 11, 2017
Jim McCoid
Jim was one of the people that made this world a better place to live in. He was a great guy to work with and a great person to know. He will be missed by many.
August 10, 2017
Terry Green
Worked with Jim off and on for 17 years. As genuinely as good of guy as I have met. He was always a pleasure to be around. He will be missed.
August 10, 2017
Terry Green
Worked with Jim off and on for 17 years. As genuinely as good of guy as I have met. He was always a pleasure to be around. He will be missed.
August 10, 2017
August 9, 2017
Randy and Rhonda Page
Our sympathies to you, Janet, and your kids. So very sorry to hear about Jim's passing.
August 9, 2017
Craig Bay
Very sad to hear that Jim passed. Ran into him not too very long ago at Home Depot and had a nice chat with him. The pleasure of our friendship (and Duncan Aviation commemoratory) was all mine! Jim was as kind a man as I've ever known. He will be sorely missed! Rest in Eternal Peace, Jim.
August 9, 2017
Ron Nyhoff
So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. My sympathy to the family. Jim was a true gentleman, lively, kind and genuine. Loved that about him and will miss him. From a former coworker...
August 9, 2017
Ron Nyhoff
So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. My sympathy to the family. Jim was a true gentleman, lively, kind and genuine. Loved that about him and will miss him. From a former coworker...
August 9, 2017
Ron Nyhoff
So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. My sympathy to the family. Jim was a true gentleman, lively, kind and genuine. Loved that about him and will miss him. From a former coworker...
August 8, 2017
Tom & Dwana Henry
Jim will surely be missed. He was always a bright spot in the day, generous and kind. He will be remembered.
August 7, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss. Keeping you in our prayers during this difficult time. Mark and Judy Weaver
August 7, 2017
Linda Scheinost
You will be missed,but I know that you are in a much more beautiful place.
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