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James Floyd Bauer 82, passed away peacefully January 5, 2026 after a long battle of Cancer.

James was born March 26, 1943 in Heil, ND, to Martha & Raymond Bauer. He joined the Navy in 1962 and was Honorably Discharged in 1964. James married Janet and in 1969 his beautiful daughter Carolyn was born.

James married Marilyn Doran in 1972 and two beautiful daughters Sheri & Susan were born.

Throughout his life he worked for numerous farmers and local businesses in Fargo ND and Elgin ND. In 1985 he joined the Army National Guard and served as a Sergeant for 14 yrs. He served his country proudly and honorably. He enjoyed hunting, working on his vehicles, bible study and attending church. His faith was very important to him and enjoyed visiting with everyone he came in contact with. He lived in Dakota Hills nursing home and his last place of residence was Miller Pointe in Mandan ND. His body grew tired and he lost the battle. He was a fighter and fought till the end. He passed away peacefully at Sanford Medical Center January 5, 2026.

James is survived by his 3 daughters, Carolyn (Ian) Mclaren, Sheri (Mark) Keller, and Susan (Jerod) Moran. His beloved grandchildren Michael Hynes, Shawna (Austin) Fox, Jaclyn Keller, Christopher Mclaren and Heather Duncan, a brother Marlow Bauer , cousins, nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his dad Raymond Bauer, mother Martha Bauer and brother Gene Bauer.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday January 14, 2026, 10am at Evanson Jensen Funeral Home, Elgin ND. Burial will be later this summer at North Dakota Veterans Cemetery, near Mandan ND.