William James Bauer, age 88, U.S. Army veteran of Korean Conflict. Beloved husband of Joan (nee De Rudder) for 67 years. Devoted father of the late Joanne Green. Loving grandfather and father figure of Joani, Steven, Kaitlyn and the late Joseph and Richard. Dear great grandfather of 8 and great great grandfather of 1. Dearest brother of Frances. Also survived by many loving relatives and friends. 40 years of service with U.S. Post Office. Visitation Tuesday, Jan 1st, 3-9 PM at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 Southwest Hwy. (7700W) Palos Hills. Funeral Wednesday. Jan 2nd, 9 AM from the funeral home to Sacred Heart Church for 10 AM Mass. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Express your thoughts and memories in the online Guest Book at www.palosgaidasfh.com (708) 974 4410