Harry Charles Bauer, age 77, of Barron, passed away on Saturday, July 9, 2022 following a short illness.

Harry was born on September 6, 1944 in Rice Lake.

Harry grew up working on the family farm, raising dairy cows, pigs and sheep. Harry and his father enjoyed cutting firewood together. They also enjoyed trips to Washington State to hunt wild game with family. Harry and his father raised and hunted with their Redbone Coonhounds. Animals were a special part of his life.

He moved to Washington after high school and hauled for a gravel company with his uncle, Paul Bauer. While in Washington, he also helped Paul with the family mink farm. In 1966, he joined the Army and was honorably discharged in 1968. He served in the Vietnam War and was proud to be a veteran. After his years of service, Harry had a career as a commercial fisherman in Alaska. In the off season, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and cutting wood.

Harry is survived by his sisters, Donna (Jack) Eckstrom of Bozeman, MT and Kathy (Doug) Pope of Glenrock, WY; as well as nieces, Brenda (Rick) Bilodeau, Ronda (Kurt) Haun, Tara Ekstrom, Kristi Ekstrom, Paula Anderson and Lisa (Jeremiah) Holthus.

Harry was preceded in death by his parents; Carl and Palma (Hanson) Bauer.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at noon at Wayside Cemetery in Barron with Rev. Ron Mathews officiating.

Arrangements are being handled by Rausch and Steel Funeral Home in Barron.

Last Update: Jul 12, 2022 10:46 am CDT