Betty Bauer

Betty was born in Bloomfield, Nebraska on April 3, 1933 to Duncan and Anna Clausen McShannon. Preceding her in death are her parents, 4 brothers and one sister. Betty occasionally worked outside the home but was mostly dedicated to making a home and caring for her husband and raising her 6 children. One of her greatest joys was her grandchildren. She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Alter Society and the American Legion Auxiliary. Survived by her husband of 58 years John R. Bauer, two sisters Evelyn Sharpe of Louisburg and Jeanette Cappelano of Omaha, NE. Also surviving are two daughters Marie Franklin and companion Mark Skeens of Louisburg and Margaret Keith and husband Scott of Joplin, Mo. Four sons John Bauer and wife Marcia, Bob Bauer and wife Laurie, Jim Bauer and companion Sue Town all of Louisburg, and Chuck Bauer and wife Rhonda of Pleasanton KS. 12 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers the family request memorial contributions may be given to the Ursuline Sisters of Paola in care of Penwell-Gabel Funeral Home, Louisburg KS. To send a special message to the family please visit our website at www.penwellgabel.com. Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Service: Wednesday, May 14, 2008 10:00 AM Visitation: Tuesday, May 13, 2008 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM