Bob Bauer
September 4, 1939 ~ November 3, 2020
Robert 'Bob' Bauer, 81, of Cedar Rapids, passed away Tuesday, November 3, 2020, surrounded by his loving family. Private Graveside Services: Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, Cedar Rapids, is caring for Bob and his family.
Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Rhoda; sons, Mark (Debbie) Jordan of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and John (Lisa Berry) Bauer of Bertram; grandchildren, Joshua and Sarah Jordan of Myrtle Beach and Megan and Nathan Bauer of Cedar Rapids; brothers, David (Chris) Bauer of Marion and Rod (Mary) Bauer of Prescott, Arizona; numerous close cousins, nieces, and nephews; many extended family members; several close friends; and dog, Gizzy.
Robert Leo Bauer was born September 4, 1939, in La Porte City, to Leo and Jean (McChane) Bauer. He graduated from Marion High School in 1957, where he enjoyed participating in FFA, hunting, trapping, and fishing'he always loved animals. Bob met Rhoda Shaw Jordan through a mutual friend, and they were married August 29, 1964, at the Marion Methodist Church. Always a hard worker, he was proud to have worked in Building Maintenance at Rockwell for over 44 years, retiring in 2001. Bob and Rhoda were members of The Church on Northland (First Baptist Church-Church of the Brethren).
The Bauers enjoyed traveling via back roads, watching their children and grandchildren's activities, and going for walks. Bob especially enjoyed working on anything that had an engine'especially his 1932 Ford Coupe, driving, and going to car shows or races. Volunteering was especially important to Bob, who could be found helping with youth basketball, calling BINGO at the Hiawatha Care Center, or simply using his handy skills to help out a friend or family member. Bob cherished spending time with his family most, especially during his favorite holiday, Thanksgiving. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Memorials may be directed to the Church on Northland: 5200 Northland Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402.
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Dear Rhoda, Mark Jordan, John Bauer and Families. We are so sorry for your loss of Bob. We pray that our loving God will grant you all comfort and peace through your memories.We have always enjoyed visits with Bob and you all over the years. If there is anything we can do for you do not hesitate to let us know. Love David and Mary Jordan
My heart is broken today as I feel the loss of my best friend’s husband Bob. He was not just a friend’s husband but also a friend himself. Bob not only took great care of Rhoda and his family but everyone in his path that needed a hand. Bob was special and our world sure could use more Bobs. Bob and Rhoda brought us into their family where we felt so welcome after moving to Iowa and living so far from our own families. Rhoda and I cherish our friendship and I sure will miss talking to Bob when I call. Love and prayers, Vonetta Elam
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Rhoda and family, our deepest sympathies to you all. Bob was such an honorable man, and I enjoyed seeing his smile. I’ll never forget bumping into both of you at Good Guys car show in Des Moines years ago. The Lord gave Bob a deep faith, and we rest our hopes in the sure promises of Jesus. May you know His strength and comfort.
Rhoda, You and your family are in my prayers. I will miss my conversations with Bob over the bushes in the back yard. Bob’s kindness, knowledge and generosity always brightened my day. I am so lucky to have lived next door to you both for the past 23 years. I hope you find peace and comfort in your many memories. Lana
Bob and I are so sorry to read of Bob’s passing. we both enjoyed working with Bob. My Bob especially enjoyed all the times that they spent together at work and talking about cars.We are thinking of you Rhoda, and hope you take comfort in all of your memories.Bob and Mary Thomas
bob was my uncle and i miss him very much and i am sad that he did not make it to thanks giving or christmas
bob was my uncle and i miss him very much and i am sad that he did not make it to thanks giving or christmas
To Bob’s family. I was a classmate of Bobs. I know he will be greatly miss because he was a GREAT man. Sharon Fehr Kemp
Rhoda and family, Please accept my sympathy on the passing of Bob. Ted always spoke of him as being such a nice guy. When you are in high school and people say that kind of thing about you, it really means that he was a genuine good guy. I remember what a great smile he had and how it seems he really was glad to meet someone old or someone new. I am sure you will miss him a great deal. I will be praying that the Lord will make His presence very near to you. Rachel Munger-Hartman
Bauer family My condolences to you. It is indeed a very sad time to lose a family member. I worked with Bob for many years at Collins. He was a joy to work together. I used to tease him about his 32, to get it on the road. I did enjoy seeing it at 80 th birthday party. He was an honorable ma. Dave Kroeger