Bauer's Market
1948-2001
In 1948 my grandpa moved his family to Sterling and built "Bauer's Market." The business
started out as an open front fruit and vegetable market. It later developed into a full line grocery
business specializing in deli meats and cheeses. During the seventies and eighties, landscaping
was also an important part of the business. My dad started working with my grandpa in 1958
and eventually bought the business from grandpa. Grandpa continued to work daily at the store
until his death in February of 2001. The business offered seasonal programs such as spring
flowers, fourth of July fireworks, Christmas candy and Christmas trees. Dad sold the business
July 2, 2001. The new owners took over on July 9th. On the 4th of July customers of the
store threw a surprise party for dad. He was totally surprised! Dad and Mom were excited to
move to Utah in August 2001. They were ready for a change after 43 years.
Mom and Dad in front of the store.
Michele and me looking at a memory book of the store.
A letter of appreciation
written by a long time
customer.
A kiss to dad from Michele.
Grandpa Alec - Christmas 2000
Background Music
The River by Garth Brooks
You know a dream is like a river
Ever changing as it flows
And the dreamer's just a vessel
That must follow where it goes
Trying to learn from what's behind you
And never knowing what's in store
Makes each day a constant battle
Just to stay between the shores
And I will sail my vessel
Till the river runs dry
Like a bird upon the wind
These waters are my sky
I'll never reach my destination
If I never try
So I will sail my vesssel
Till the river runs dry
Too many times we stand aside
And let the waters slip away
Till what we put off till tomorrow
Has now become today
So don't you sit upon the shoreline
And say you're satisfied
Choose to chance the rapids
And dare to dance the tide
Yes I will sail my vessel
Till the river runs dry
Like a bird upon the wind
These waters are my sky
I'll never reach my destination
If I never try
So I will sail my vessel
Till the river runs dry
And there's bound to be rough waters
And I know I'll take some falls
But with the good Lord as my captain
I can make it through them all
Yes I will sail my vessel
Till the river runs dry
Like a bird upon the wind
These waters are my sky
I'll never reach my destination If I never try so
I will sail my vessel
Till the river runs dry
