Arthur Richard Bauer
August 29, 2020
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Arthur Richard Bauer, 81, passed away August 29, 2020. Visitation will be held Thursday, September 3, 2020 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines with burial at Jordan Cemetery.
Art was born March 16, 1939 in Council Bluffs, IA to Mary (Compton) and Arthur Bauer. He graduated from North High School and the University of Nebraska in Omaha. He worked as a civilian for the US Navy in San Francisco and worked on his graduate degree at San Francisco State. Art’s first career was setting up a training facility for the Navy in San Francisco. He later worked for Batten, Batten, Hudson and Swab where he started the creative media division. In 1976, he ventured out on his own and started American Media.
He is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of 54 years, Ann; children, Michelle (Rick) Burkemper and Matt (Thora Hansen) Bauer; grandchildren, Alayna, Colby, Livvy and Maddie; and his sister, Midge Stephens. Arthur was preceded in death by his parents; and his sister, Mary Jespersen.
Memorials may be directed to Lutheran Church of Hope. Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Norm Fleming
09/08/2020
Art was one of the most influential men in my life. I met him in 1981(?) and had the pleasure of working with him at American Media in its early years. Art was always willing to give you as much time as you needed and delighted to pour himself into anyone who was motivated to learn and grow. I was blessed to reconnect with him in the last 5 years and meet on a semi regular basis. He spoke with much joy of the love of his life Ann, and his children and grandchildren. He will be greatly missed but the impact he had on so many people will live on.
Paul & Sheila Foreman
09/04/2020
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our sympathies to the whole family.
Connie Bever
09/03/2020
Art was passionate about everything that he touched. He mentored, inspired and challenged hundreds of people. He shared the power of positive thinking in person and through video. One of his favorite quotes was... If you think you can, or if you think you cant, either way youre right! I worked for Art at American Media for 14 years. I cant tell you how much I learned from him. He mentored many young people that became very successful individuals. He motivated thousands through the training films and videos that he produced that were distributed in over 50 countries. I thank him for all of the opportunities that he gave me.
Kandi Claman
09/03/2020
Dear Ann, Michelle, Matt and family, I was so sorry to hear of Art's passing. I was blessed to have worked for such a wonderful leader who created a wonderful company and family of friends. I will forever cherish the AMI memories. Prayers and comfort to you all! RIP Art - you may be gone but are not forgotten!
Kathie and Les Heimsoth
09/02/2020
Ann, our hearts grieve for you and for your family! May God hold you and comfort you.
Sending love and prayers,
Kathie and Les
Timothy C. Meline
09/02/2020
Dear Ann, Art was a dear friend. We were in SME together and Art helped mentor me as Iowa Realty's Training Director. I used several of his films in my classes and we shared many ideas on the topic of selling. He was the best. My sincere condolences. .
Tom West
09/02/2020
Dear Ann and Family, we are so sorry to hear of Art's passing. Our deepest condolences to you all. Art was a dear friend and mentor to me over many years, and certainly inspired me long after being a part of the team at AMI. He lived his motto - "You become what you think about!" Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Tom & Tanya West
Dan Bever
09/02/2020
Dear Ann and Family, I am very sorry to hear about Art's passing. He was a positive influence on many, including me. May he RIP and God embrace all of you in this time.
Michele Matt
09/02/2020
The world lost an amazing, talented, creative, passionate, visionary leader. His legacy will continue through the many lives he inspired and works he was instrumental in creating. He inspired me to write my how-to book, Attitude: The Choice is Yours and produced several videos thereafter. I'm forever grateful to have had the privilege of working with him. My prayers of comfort to all of you.
Gary and Carol Anne Tracy
09/02/2020
Dear Ann and Family,
Gary and I are sadden to learn of Art's passing. One incredible friend over the years to be missed. May you gain much comfort and strength in friendship's healing touch.
In sympathy and love,
Gary and Carol Anne Tracy
Wendy Batten Havemann
09/01/2020
I am so sorry to of Arts passing. He was a wonderful man, friend and businessman. I am sure he and my dad (Joe Batten) are in Heaven right now reminiscing. My heartfelt prayers go to all of you.