
- October 1, 1945 - December 26, 2017
- Shaker Heights, Ohio
of WILLIAM's Passing
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THIRD WORLD BOOKS
2747 Fairmount Blvd.
Cleveland Heights, OH 44106
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A. Ripepi & Sons Funeral Homes
18149 Bagley Road
Middleburg Heights,
OH
44130
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“Meghan and Matt -I am so sorry for your loss. Both your Mom and Dad were awesome to me. I loved being your babysitter. I remember your dad calling...Read More »
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1 of 28 | Posted by: A friend
“God speed Bill......PSH Class of 64
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2 of 28 | Posted by: Bonnie Hronek - Hinckley, OH
“Dear Meghan and Matt,We all loved your Dad! He was a great neighbor and friend who always made kids feel special. We will always treasure the times...Read More »
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3 of 28 | Posted by: Meredith Zschokke Morneau - MN
4 of 28 | Posted by: Carol See - Hinckley, OH
“Dear Bauer Family, Your father changed my life in such a way I could never say enough nice words about him. He believed that I would be a great...Read More »
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5 of 28 | Posted by: Carol See - Hinckley, OH
“Victoria and family, May loving memories of Mr. Bauer bring you all peace, comfort and strength today and always.I had the pleasure of working under...Read More »
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6 of 28 | Posted by: Latrice - Cleveland, OH
“Victoria...I am so sorry about your loss of Bill. You both fought hard to turn his illness around and you kept coming out to things as long as he...Read More »
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7 of 28 | Posted by: Sallie Holder - University Park, MD
“Dear Victoria and family, I had the great pleasure of working with Bill both as a colleague and friend. He made such a huge difference in so many...Read More »
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8 of 28 | Posted by: Matthew Teare - Newbury, OH
“I knew Bill when he was a principal in the Cleveland schools. He was a colleague and friend. Bill always focused on the welfare of his students.
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9 of 28 | Posted by: Rosemary Herpel - Solon, OH
“Bauer Family, We had the good fortune and pleasure to meet Bill several years ago through hockey at Winterhurst Ice Rink. This man was always a...Read More »
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10 of 28 | Posted by: A friend
“Julie and I send you our condolences. I taught school with Bill at Forest Hill Parkway in early 70's. Such an energizing, passionate, and creative...Read More »
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11 of 28 | Posted by: Bill & Julie Brokaw - Euclid
“My condolences for your loss of William. May the God of all comfort sustain at this difficult time. May God also bring you a measure of peace.
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12 of 28 | Posted by: B - Cleve
“Victoria and Family,Sincerely sorry to hear about your loss. Bill's impact on the education profession cannot be put into words. Bill even after...Read More »
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13 of 28 | Posted by: Kelly Stukus - Chagrin Falls, OH
“The best principal that i ever had
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14 of 28 | Posted by: Brandy Harris - cleveland, OH
“May the memories of your loved one help you throught your grief because God love you.
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15 of 28 | Posted by: A friend
“So sad to hear of Bill's passing. I have good memories to hold on to. My thoughts and prayers are with Victoria and family.
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16 of 28 | Posted by: Michelle Wollenzier (bee Bauer) - OH
“Sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort and mercy grant the family hope. Jeremiah 29:11.
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17 of 28 | Posted by: JMc
“Dear Victoria and family,There are so many children and teachers who benefited from Bill's enthusiasm, drive, and caring personality. He worked so...Read More »
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18 of 28 | Posted by: Janice Justice-Booth - Fort Myers, FL
“Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your dear husband and father. May your fond memories and the peace that God gives comfort and...Read More »
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19 of 28 | Posted by: TB - Cleveland, OH
“I will miss you Bill.
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20 of 28 | Posted by: Dianne Richardson - Knoxville, TN
“So Sorry to hear the sad news. We have a lot of great memories. Please accept our deepest sympathies.Nancy & Tony D'Agati
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21 of 28 | Posted by: A friend
“Dear Victoria and family, I had the honor of working with Bill at Miles Park Elementary School. He was a wonderful principal and role model. ...Read More »
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22 of 28 | Posted by: Joyce Conway - Cleveland
“Bill was a wonderful man. All the Darlingtons are saddened by his passing. Matt and Meghan we are thinking of you. Your dad was a kind and caring...Read More »
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23 of 28 | Posted by: Steve Darlington - Denver, CO
“Victoria, Bill was such a great guy, a real gentle soul. I will always have with me fond memories of our chats and his work and service at the...Read More »
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24 of 28 | Posted by: virginia Cox - Blacksburg, VA
“Dear Meghan and Vince,Dan and I are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. ❤
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25 of 28 | Posted by: Rachele Mills - Fort Myers, FL
“Matt, Megan, All, We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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26 of 28 | Posted by: Jason Cronan - Atlanta, GA
“Dear Megan and Matt,We are saddened to hear of your Dad's passing. He was a wonderful, kind man, and the world is truly a better place because of...Read More »
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27 of 28 | Posted by: Fran & Dana Willett - Indian Land, SC
“We are so very sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts. ❤
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28 of 28 | Posted by: Jack & Marybeth Hollingsworth - OH
BAUER
WILLIAM J. BAUER, age 72. Beloved husband of Victoria (nee Baldwin) and the late Sharon (nee Rodgers). Loving father of Meghan Yee (Vincent) and Matthew (Allison); step father of Gary Maruna and Franz Maruna (Emily). Cherished grandfather of Tyler, Lauren, Sam, Taylor, MacKenzie, Pannonica and Quimby. Dearest son of the late William and Jean (nee Scott). Dear brother of¬ the late James. Brother in law of Tim Rodgers (Kathy), Chris Baldwin (Mary), Wink Baldwin (Jane), Nick Baldwin (Shirley) and the late James Baldwin. Dear uncle of Shane Rodgers (Krista) and the late Ben. In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions to Third World Books, 2747 Fairmount Blvd., Cleveland Hts., Ohio 44106. Funeral services Saturday December 30, 2017 at 1:00 PM. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery (Avon). The family will receive friends SATURDAY 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM at the A. RIPEPI & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 18149 BAGLEY ROAD, MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS (WEST OF I-71).
Visitation
December 30, 2017
11:00 AM
to 1:00 PM
A.RIPEPI & SONS FUNERAL HOME
18149 BAGLEY ROAD
MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS, OH 44130
(440) 260-8800
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Funeral Service
December 30, 2017
1:00 PM
to 1:30 PM
A.RIPEPI & SONS FUNERAL HOME
18149 BAGLEY ROAD
MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS, OH 44130
(440) 260-8800
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Interment
December 30, 2017
2:15 PM
ST. JOSEPH CEMETERY
32789 Detroit Road
Avon , OH 44011
216-641-7575 #8
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