Edward A. Bauer

Edward A. Bauer, 90, formerly of Slatington, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the Atrium of Allentown.  He was the beloved husband of Alice C. Bauer, who passed away in 2021.  Born in Palmerton on August 14, 1936, he was the son of the late Joseph and Mary (Harvilla) Bauer.  He served his country honorably and proudly as a member of the US Army from 1959 to 1962. Most of his career was spent working in Human Resources for the American Nickeloid in Walnutport.  Ed was a faithful parishioner of Assumption BVM Catholic Church, Slatington, where he served as an eucharistic minister. He enjoyed golfing, bowling and was a NASCAR fan.

Ed is survived by his sons, Mark Bauer and wife Tammy of Allentown, Timothy Bauer and wife Heidi of Huntingtown, MD; grandchildren, Matthew, Nicholas, Candice, Lauren & Bryce; sister, JoAnne Olewine of Slatington. He was predeceased by a brother, Richard Bauer and sister, Irene DeSousa.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11am on Wednesday, December 9, 2026, at Assumption BVM Catholic, 649 W. Washington Street, Slatington. Family and friends may pay their respects from 10 to 11am at church. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Assumption BVM Memorial Fund.