Ronald J. Bauer

Ronald J. Bauer, Sr., 78, of Blue Mountain Drive, Danielsville, Lehigh Township, PA, died Thursday afternoon, February 1, 2024, at Bethlehem North Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.  He was the husband of Carrie A. (Smith) Bauer since June 10, 1966.  Born in Bethlehem, he was a son of the late Franklin and Margaret (Rex) Bauer.

Ronald was employed by the former Bethlehem Steel Corp., as a blast furnace operator for over 30 years, retiring in 1994.  He enjoyed dirt track stock car racing, at Dorneyville, Nazareth, and Mahoning Speedways, his HO Model trains and putz's, actual models, caring for his aquarium, and the occasional donut.

Survivors: Wife.  Daughter, Yvette Green and fiance, David, of Summit Hill.  Son, Ronald J., Jr. and wife Jennifer of Walnutport.  3 grandchildren, Jordan, Grace, and Rachel.  6 nieces.  He was predeceased by sister, Shirley Bickert, and a brother William "Billy".

Services: Private Family Graveside Services .  Interment, Gnaden Huetten Cemetery, 4th Street, Lehighton.  Arrangements, Campton Funeral Home, Palmerton.  Online Condolences: www.schislerfuneralhomes.com .

Contributions: May be made in his memory to St. Luke's Children's Hospital, 801 Ostrum Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015.