Donajean Bauer

Monday, November 15, 2021

Donajean Bauer, age 76, resident of Fort Scott, Kan., went to be with her Lord on Friday, Nov. 12, 2021, at her home. She was born June 30, 1945, in Moran, Kan., the daughter of Leland and June Enos Mattson. Donajean attended Old Elsmore rural grade school and graduated from Elsmore High School. She also attended Fort Scott Community College. She married Duane Bauer on Sept. 1, 1963, in Elsmore, Kan. She worked for the Western Insurance Company in Fort Scott in her early years. Donajean then worked for Security State Bank and later UMB for a total of 42 years until retirement. She served selflessly and faithfully at Mt. Zion church where she was a member. At church she was a continuous supporter of Walk of Faith for Missions, taught Sunday school, served as VBS director and organized Gospel Tribe youth nights. Donajean was tireless in her efforts to show people Jesus and lead them in accepting Him as their Savior. Many local organizations also benefitted from her dedication including Care to Share, FCE, United Way, founding member and board member for the Keyhole, and 31-year perfect attendance at Pioneer Kiwanis, serving as president multiple times. Donajean loved God and her family. She delighted in her grandchildren and never missed attending a sporting event or performance. She enjoyed flower gardening, personalizing greeting cards, decorating at Homes for the Holidays, serving on Good Ol’ Days committees, and helping with the Bourbon County Fair. She generously shared her love and was loved by so many.

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