Donald W. Bauer, 86, of Westfield, passed away on Thursday, November 17, 2011 at Carmel Care Center in Carmel. He was born on October 10, 1925 to Edward and Gracie (Leonard) Bauer in Sheridan, Indiana.
Donald worked for Chrysler Automotive Products for 35 years. He proudly served his country with the U.S. Navy during WWII. He was a member of the Wesleyan Church in Bradington, FL; was a member of the Westfield Kiwanis Club; and had been the Sunday School superintendent for Maple Park Wesleyan Church in Westfield for 25 years.
He is survived by wife, Betty Bauer of Westfield; son, David Bauer of Wisconsin; two granddaughters, Kelly & Sarah Bauer; brother, Gene Bauer; four great-grandsons; and several nieces & nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by son, Joe Bauer.
Services will be held at 1:30 pm on Monday, November 21, 2011, at Randall & Roberts Funeral Center, 1685 Westfield Road, in Noblesville, with Rev. Brian White officiating. Visitation will be Sunday, November 20, 2011 from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the funeral home. Burial will be at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens in Indianapolis.
Memorial contributions may be made to Gideons International.