CHANDLER
AZ - Dr. Daniel Lewis Bauer, 78, of Chandler, AZ, passed away
on October 17, 2023 from metastatic disease, originating in
the parotid gland. He was born on December 13, 1944, in
Chicago, Illinois, Cook County. He was raised in Kankakee,
Illinois. He was a kind sensitive, and compassionate man who
always showed concern and care for others. He had a unique and
profound perspective, which stemmed from his intellect and
deep thinking nature. He was a wordsmith with a clever sense
of humor.
Dan
is survived by his wife Kimberly Bauer, son Alexander Thomas
Bauer, daughter-in-law Krystalyn Bauer, and cherished
grandchildren Jaxon Hayes, Oliver Thomas, and Finley
Rosamond. He was beloved by his in laws. He was preceded in
death by his father, August Alban Bauer in 1957, his mother,
Rosamond Norris Huff Bauer around 1982, and his daughter,
Emily Rosamond Bauer in 2003.
Dan
graduated from Kankakee High School in 1962. He went on to
earn a Bachelor of Science degree from Denison University in
1966 and a Doctor of Medicine degree from Northwestern
Medical School in 1970. After completing his education, Dan
served as a Captain in the United States Air Force from 1971
to 1973 at UDorn Royal Thailand Air Force Base, with the 432
Division.
Following
his military service, Dan embarked on a successful career.
He worked at Good Samaritan Hospital in 1970-71, Williams
Air Force Base in 1971, and Arizona State University,
Student Health from 1973 to 1978. He then dedicated himself
to a solo general practice. For over three decades, he was
deeply loved and appreciated by his patients for his
exceptional care: retiring in 2011. Dr. Bauer's commitment
and expertise earned him the Patient's Choice Award from
2008 to 2010.
In
his personal life, Dan found solace and strength through his
faith. In 1976, after reading a letter from Bill Bright of
Campus Crusade for Christ, he accepted Christ as his Lord
and Savior. He attended Arizona Community Church in Tempe,
Arizona, where he worshipped and found community.
Dan
had a wide range of hobbies and interests. He had a passion
for collecting and enjoyed creating displays for his
collections using mixed media. He was an artist that loved
bright colors and painting with acrylics. For several years
he enjoyed motorcycling on his Harley named "Loretta."
Additionally, he excelled in racket sports such as tennis,
handball, and racquetball. Every week, he would gather with
his friend Bill for friendly competitions in darts, bocce
ball, or shuffleboard. Dan enjoyed playing cards with his
wife and friends. He was a member of a men's Bible study and
a Book Club, coined Knights of the Round Table. He combined
his artistic talent and faith by creating scripture cards
and journey cards.
A
Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, January 27,
2024, at 11:00 am at Arizona Community Church, located at
9325 S. Rural Road, Tempe, AZ 85284.
In
lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Phoenix
Rescue Mission.
Dr.
Daniel Bauer will be dearly missed by his family, friends,
and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
