Carolyn J Auer

Carolyn J. Auer, age 84, of Milford, IN passed away at home surrounded by her family, on Sunday, August 4, 2019. She was born on February 11, 1935 the daughter of Willard and Esther (Gerber) Martin in Kokomo, IN. On June 22, 1956, she married  Robert Eugene Auer; he survives.

Other survivors include, four children, Roxana (Michael) Klauka of Holt, MI, Robin (Aaron) Rovenstine of Warsaw, IN, Jay (Dawn) Auer of Warsaw, IN, and Jerry (Denise) Auer of Warsaw, IN; seventeen grandchildren; and fourteen great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Jeffrey Auer in 2012; two brothers, Max Martin and Fred Martin; along with two grandchildren.

Carolyn graduated from Bremen High School in 1953, and was a devoted and awesome stay at home mom for many years. She later worked at Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw and Orn Nursing Home in Milford. Carolyn attended the Goshen Christian Church for many years with her husband and always put others before herself, no matter how sick or busy she was. Her devotion to her husband of 63 years is unsurpassed.  Carolyn was also a very talented seamstress and made special blankets for all of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She always used her talents to make you feel special. Whether it was baking your favorite dish on your birthday or simply listening, she will always be remembered for the way she loved you unconditionally.  Carolyn will be deeply missed; but it is Heaven’s great gain.

A graveside service will be held in Carolyn’s honor at 2 pm on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 at Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Milford.  Michael Klauka will officiate.

Mishler Funeral Home & Cremation Center is assisting the family with arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family online at www.mishlerfhcc.com .