Hi Grandma – It has been a few days now that we had to all say good bye to you. I just want to you to know that I am always thinking about you, which you probably already know. I’m looking after grandpa for you too. We’re having ice cream every night and I’ve gone to Dale’s to help him too. Hope you’re doing ok, winning lots of money at the casino, bowling your highest score, and I know feeding everyone your delicious apple pie which I am still trying to master. I know you are in a better place and that brings comfort but I still miss you with all my heart. I’ll keep looking after things for you and help grandpa plant your flowers. I’ll talk to you later.
Love you Grandma,
Meggie
Geneva E. "Gen" Bauerly
May 9, 1917 – April 2, 2008
Mass of Christian Burial will be on Monday, April 7, 2008 at 12:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in St. Cloud for Geneva E. “Gen” Bauerly, age 90 of St. Cloud who passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at the St. Cloud Hospital. Reverend Alfred Stangl will officiate. Entombment will be in the Assumption Cemetery Mausoleum in St. Cloud.
Family and friends may call from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Sunday and after 11:00 a.m. on Monday at the Daniel Funeral Home in St. Cloud. Parish prayers will be at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home in St. Cloud.
Gen was born on May 9, 1917 in Sioux City, Iowa to John and Margaret (Schaefer) Chirhart. She married Kenneth F. Bauerly on October 20, 1935 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Minden Township, Benton County, Minnesota. Gen was a homemaker and a member of St. Paul’s parish and Christian Women.
Gen was a strong and very brave woman who overcame great adversity to lead a remarkable life, always offering positive encouragement to family and friends. She enjoyed fishing, watching the Twins and Vikings, her stories, playing cards and bowling where she was the Minnesota State Senior Champion. Gen was a wonderful cook; her family especially enjoyed her fried chicken, deviled eggs, cole slaw and apple pie. She always made certain everyone’s plate and life were full.
Survivors include her loving and devoted husband of 72 years, Ken; children, JoAnn (Glen) Hinkemeyer of Sauk Rapids, Jack (Jeanette) of Maple Grove, Roger (Bob) of Bloomington, Greg (Patti) of St. Cloud and Dale (Carol Wells) of St. Cloud; seven grandchildren, Jeff, Kim, Todd, Terry, Jody, Meghan and Jenny; 15 great grandchildren; sisters, Arlene McGreevy of St. Cloud and Donna Payne of Atlanta, Georgia; sister-in-law, Vivian Muyres of St. Cloud and many loving nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her brothers, Bill and Marvin and brother-in-law, Fran McGreevy.
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God Bless Geneva and prayers go out to the whole family, Thinking of you,And hope to see you soon Jack, God Bless, and if you need anything please call. (a friend) A cup of coffee, or just a friend to listen
Mark & Carol Johnson
Our sympathy to your whole family. Gen was the best neighbor anyone could ever hope for, she always had a smile and friendly word for everyone. She loved watching the birds and seeing all Ken’s beautiful flowering plants around her. Gen was a warm, caring lady who will be truly missed. love, Gretchen, Jim & Ryan
Grandma was the sweetest lady I know. She had the softest hands and the biggest heart. Her smile could light up a room. I will always remember you as a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and cook. Your wisdom has taught us all so much. I hope that when I see you again that your soft hands will have a warm apple pie and a big hug. I love you!
God bless your family, I enjoyed working with Gen, she was a very sweet and loving person. My condolences in this sad time.
So sorry for your loss. Geneva was a wonderful woman, with always a kind word.
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Mass of Christian Burial will be on Monday, April 7, 2008 at 12:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in St. Cloud for Geneva E. “Gen” Bauerly, age 90 of St. Cloud who passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at the St. Cloud Hospital. Reverend Alfred Stangl will officiate. Entombment will be in the Assumption Cemetery Mausoleum in St. Cloud.
Family and friends may call from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Sunday and after 11:00 a.m. on Monday at the Daniel Funeral Home in St. Cloud. Parish prayers will be at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home in St. Cloud.