Ralph "Terry" Bauer lived in Westfield and Cranford, New Jersey from July 23, 1954 until his death on October 8, 2023. During his lifetime he experienced the tumult of the sixties and the subsequent social and political upheavals of the 80's and 90's. His academic background included the Pingry School, Westfield High School, and Ithaca College, where he earned a bachelor's degree in Communications. Terry was a talented artist and photographer throughout his life, generously sharing interpretations of nature and portraits of individuals with friends and peers. He was a generous, quiet neighbor, loyal friend, and loving brother. He was an active member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church with his parents Rosemary and Glenn Bauer. He leaves behind siblings Jeff and Carla, her husband Peter, nephew Glenn, and goddaughter Emily.
Memorial Service will be held on October 26, 2023, 10:00 am, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Westfield, New Jersey. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his name to St Paul's Episcopal Church.