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Bauer-Hillis Funeral Home, Rimersburg receives proclamations in recognition of centennial service milestone {January 30, 2012}

Bauer-Hillis Funeral Home, Rimersburg receives proclamations in recognition of centennial service milestone On Monday, January 30, 2012, Bauer-Hillis Funeral Home in Rimersburg was presented with proclamations honoring the funeral home's 100 years of service to the Rimersburg area. The proclamations were presented by State Representative, Donna Oberlander (R-Clarion/Armstrong) and Clarion County Commissioners Wayne Brosius, Butch Campbell and Greg Faller.

"We are thrilled to be honored by Donna Oberlander and the Clarion County Commissioners," said Deana R. Turner, funeral director and manager of Bauer-Hillis Funeral Home. "Over the last century, this funeral home been a fixture in the community, and even through different owners the residents have learned they can trust us to help them through some of the hardest times in their lives. These proclamations are a special way to acknowledge this exciting centennial milestone."

Oberlander, Brosius, Campbell and Faller gathered at the funeral home at 11:30 a.m. with other local dignitaries who wanted to show their support for this achievement. They were: Jeffery Miller, district judge; Jim McCullough, Lions Club president; Terry Shaffer, Clarion County coroner; Susan Barger, Rimersburg Chamber of Commerce secretary; Pat Stewart, Rimersburg Chamber of Commerce member; Terry Custer, president of Rimerbsurg American Legion Post 454; Larry Murray, president of the VFW; and Pastor Dan George, former district judge.

"Receiving these proclamations from the Clarion County Commissioners and State Representative Donna Oberlander is the perfect way to start off this year and our celebration," said Turner. "We are thankful to serve this community that is truly appreciative of this funeral home's service over the last 100 years."

To see more pictures of the event, visit our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/pages/Bauer-Family-Funeral-Homes/169734884825

People in photo:

Top Row: Jeffrey Miller, District Justice; Larry Bliss, Funeral Director; Jim McCullough, Lions Club President

Bottom Row: Terry Shaffer, Clarion County Coroner; Deana R. Turner, Manager and Funeral Director; Butch Campbell, Clarion County Commissioner; Jack Bauer, Funeral Director; Pat Stewart, Rimersburg Chamber of Commerce Member; Wayne Brosius, Clarion County Commissioner; Susan Barger, Rimersburg Chamber of Commerce Secretary; Pastor Dan George, Bauer-Hillis Service Associate and Former District Judge; Terry Custer, President of Rimersburg American Legion Post 454; Larry Murray, President of the Rimersburg VFW; Greg Faller, Clarion County Commissioner

Bauer-Hillis Funeral Home offers getaway in celebration of Valentine's Day {January 30, 2012}

Bauer-Hillis Funeral Home, Inc. announces the giveaway of a two-night stay in Hershey, PA.

"This trip is the February event for 'Twelve Months of Giving Back', our year-long celebration of the centennial service milestone for Bauer-Hillis Funeral Home in Rimersburg," said Deana R. Turner, manager and funeral director at Bauer-Hillis. "We wanted to show the community our appreciation of their support over the last 100 years, and what better way to do so than to provide area residents a well-deserved weekend romantic getaway or family retreat in celebration of Valentine's Day."

The trip is from Friday, April 20, 2012 until Monday, April 22, 2012, and the room is a two-bedroom suite at the Suites at Hershey that sleeps eight and includes a full kitchen. "Within minutes are a number of attractions, including Hersheypark, Hershey's Chocolate World and Hershey Factory Outlet Stores," said Turner. "This variety of options promises something to enjoy for whoever wins this trip."

Food and entertainment fees are not included in the giveaway and are the responsibility of the winner. A $50 gas card will be given to assist with travel. Also, trip dates are non-transferable.

To enter, clip and complete the ad coupon that will run in the Wednesday, February 1, 2012 issue of the Leader Vindicator or visit Bauer-Hillis Funeral Home, 758 Main Street, Rimersburg, to pick up an entry form. Return the completed entry form in person to the funeral home between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. from Monday, February 6, 2012 through Friday, February 10, 2012. No other entries will be accepted. Only one entry per person.

The winner will be drawn on Wednesday, February 14, 2012 and will be notified by phone. Call Bauer-Hillis Funeral Home at 814-473-3080 for more information.

Bauer-Hillis treats member of the Rimersburg Senior Center {January 26, 2012}

Bauer-Hillis treats member of the Rimersburg Senior Center On Thursday, January 26, 2012, the staff of Bauer-Hillis Funeral Home in Rimersburg treated members of the Rimersburg Senior Center to an ice cream social. The ice cream social is the first of many events planned for "Twelve Months of Giving Back", the campaign celebrating the 100 years the funeral home has served Rimersburg and surrounding communities.

At the senior center, members were treated to a variety of ice cream flavors and toppings served by the staff and then settled in to have a good time socializing with each other. "As a side activity, we hosted a trivia contest," said Deana Turner, manager and funeral director at Bauer-Hillis Funeral Home. "Everyone had such a good time playing—it was the perfect side to the bowls of ice cream."

The winners of the trivia contest, Bob Pancott and Judy Bashline, each received a box of chocolates and a $10 gift card to Dollar General.

"I would like to thank Kelly Fair, director of the Rimersburg Senior Center, for allowing us to come out and serve everyone," said Turner. "We had a great time and can't wait to participate in future activities."

January is not the only month the funeral home will be sponsoring an ice cream social—each month a local business or organization that has been instrumental to the funeral home's success throughout the last century will be surprised with the treat.

Want to know February's recipient of the ice cream social? Keep watching our website, our Facebook page and local newspapers to see who is selected next—the announcement could come at any time!

To view pictures from the ice cream social, visit our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/pages/Bauer-Family-Funeral-Homes/169734884825#!/pages/Bauer-Family-Funeral-Homes/169734884825?sk=wall&filter=1.

Bauer-Hillis Funeral Home recognizes centennial milestone in Rimersburg {January 23, 2012}

Bauer-Hillis Funeral Home, Inc. proudly announces 100 years of service to Rimersburg and surrounding communities.

In 1912, gas was 7 cents a gallon, a stamp was 2 cents and 855 residents called Rimersburg home. It was also the year Cember 'CB' Stewart opened the Stewart Funeral Home at the current location of Veteran's Memorial Park. "Funeral service has come a long way since Mr. Stewart first opened his doors to the residents of Rimersburg," said Deana R. Turner, funeral director and manager of Bauer-Hillis Funeral Home.

"Owners of the funeral home throughout the last 100 years have also changed and include James D. "JD" Miller and Richard D. Hillis. Bauer Family Funeral Homes acquired the firm in 2010 and we are honored to serve this area," said Turner. "As a member of the Rimersburg community, we at Bauer-Hillis Funeral Home pride ourselves on taking our service outside our doors and into the region."

To honor the centennial and say thank you to the area, Bauer-Hillis is announcing the "Twelve Months of Giving", a series of special events each month throughout the coming year planned to celebrate this milestone.

Turner said the community service campaign is meant to show the area residents just how much the funeral home appreciates its continued support over the last century. "This year's centennial celebration will honor the people who made, and continue to make, all of these changes possible. Without the citizens of this area, the funeral home would have never succeeded—we only have them to thank."
"Every month in 2012 we will sponsor an event to benefit the Rimersburg area, ranging from visits to individual organizations to fun family outings," said Turner. "Rather than focus on one day and a single project, we wanted to have a greater impact for the entire year. I can't think of a better way to mark our centennial than to give back to the community."

The centennial will begin with a proclamation of service to the community from Pennsylvania State Representative, Donna Oberlander (R-Clarion/Armstrong) and other community officials, said Turner. "We are excited that she will be honoring the funeral home during this milestone year."

The proclamation will take place Monday, January 30, 2012 at 11:30 AM at Bauer-Hillis Funeral Home, 758 Main Street, Rimersburg.

The kick-off event in January will be an ice cream social at the Rimersburg Senior Center on Thursday, January 26, 2012 during the lunch hour. "This fun gathering will provide a nice treat for individuals involved with the senior center and show them how much they mean to the area."

The ice cream social, however, will not be a one-time event. Each month, an area business or organization that has fostered the growth and development of the funeral home over the last century will be chosen to receive the treat. All events for the "Twelve Months of Giving" will be announced in advance and can also be previewed at the funeral home's website, www.bauerhillisfuneral.com.

"We are pleased to give back to this community that has supported us for the past 100 years and promise to provide the exemplary level of service the Rimersburg area has been able to rely on for the next century to come," said Turner.

Merry Christmas! {December 23, 2011}

It is our wish that you find your holidays filled with peace and love of family. No matter the size of your family circle, our hope is that you will share the spirit of the season together. Merry Christmas and best wishes through the New Year!