BAUER, EDWARD ALBERT - September 24, 1930 - May 10, 2013 - Colonel Edward Albert Bauer CD Ret’d passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family on May 10, 2013 at the Colonel Belcher Residence. Edward is the son of the late Charles and Edna (Weston) Bauer and is predeceased by his wife Olga (2004) and brother Ken (2012). Ed is survived by his sons Wayne (Calgary) and Barkley (Rothesay, NB) and his daughters Beverley Bauer (Ken Marcynuk) (Ottawa, ON) and Lynn Tsivos (Vass). Loving grandfather of Curtis, Christopher, Matthew, Pasha (Robert), Ashley, Torin, Thano(2002), Zoe-Lydia and Demi. Ed was born on September 1930, in Moncton, New Brunswick, where he received his early education. He commenced his military service with the Militia in March of 1947 as a Gunner in the 12th Field Regiment, RCA. In 1950, he enlisted in Canada’s United Nations Special Force and served in Korea with the 2nd Field Regiment, Royal Canadian Horse Artillery. On his return to Canada, Ed received his commission with the 12th Field Regiment, RCA. In 1959 he transferred to the 3 Field Artillery Regiment, RCA (the Loyal Company) holding various positions until his appointment as Senior Officer-Operations and Training in the Headquarters of Western New Brunswick Militia District. In May 1971, on his promotion to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel, he was appointed Commanding Officer of the 3 Field Artillery Regiment, RCA (the Loyal Company). In March of 1978 Ed completed the Basic Parachute Training Course at the CF Airborne Centre in Edmonton, Alberta. In 1979, after serving as Deputy Commander of the District, he was promoted to the rank of Colonel and appointed Commander- Western New Brunswick Militia District. Colonel Bauer held this position until 1984 when he transferred to the Supplementary List, having served for 32 years. In his civilian occupation he was employed with the New Brunswick Telephone Company for 29 years. In 1961 he was Supervisor- Special Projects and involved in defence contract Negotiations associated with the Canadian Defence Communications System provided by the Trans Canada Telephone System. From 1966 to 1979 Ed was with the company’s Personnel Department and in employee recruitment, hiring, management, development and training. In 1979 he was the Community Relations Supervisor in the Information and Public Affairs Department. He retired from NBTel in 1992. Colonel Bauer was National President of the Royal Canadian Artillery Association (1985-86), President of the Army Cadet League of New Brunswick, Governor-Army Cadet League of Canada, Officer Commanding the Byng Boys, Hon Aide de Camp to the Governor General of Canada, escort to the Lieutenant Governor of New Brunswick, Executive- The Council of Defence Associations, a member of New Brunswick Veterans organization and past member of several shooting fraternities in the province. Colonel Bauer received the following decorations: Korean Star; Volunteer Medal; United Nations Medal; Jubilee Medal; Canada 125 Anniversary Medal; and Canadian Forces Decoration (2 bars). Ed’s interests included photography, antiques, military history and current events and poetry. He was a freelance writer for Antique Showcase Magazine and The Upper Canadian (Smith Falls, ON) He completed his military memoirs in 2003. Since September 2006, Ed resided in Calgary with his caring daughter Lynn. Ed was a loving father and husband, a man who lived life to its full potential with courage and humility. He will be truly missed by his family and all who knew him.
In Edward’s memory, donations to The Last Post Fund would be appreciated by the family. Funeral Service will take place Tuesday, September 3rd, 2013 at 4pm at the Church of the Good Shepherd, on 668 Manawagonish Road, Saint John, NB; Rev. McMullin officiating. Visitation at 3:30pm before the service and during the reception following the service. Photos, memories and condolences may be shared with Edwards’ family through www.evanjstrong.com. Arrangements in care of EVAN J. STRONG FUNERAL SERVICES. (403) 265-1199.