Georgia Christine Walker (Bauer)
Born July 8th 1955 to Lorraine Taylor Bauer and George Bauer in KCMO. Passed away November 6, 2017. Georgia grew up in Brookside and graduated from St. Theresa’s Academy in 1973.
Georgia’s love for all animals, especially horses, began at a young age. As a girl she would take the bus from Brookside to Benjamin Stables to ride her favorite horse. Being the youngest of eight children, with six older brothers and one older sister, Georgia grew up tough and mischievous but always remained tender at heart. She pursued her love for animals by studying Animal Science at Kansas State University where she met and married Cliff Walker who later became a veterinarian. They raised their two daughters alongside many four-legged animals that needed a loving home. When visiting the Walker home it was not uncommon to share a couch with a rescued deer or have their pet raccoon steal food from your plate.
Georgia’s love for horses propelled her to build a successful equine and livestock insurance agency, Georgia Walker and Associates, where she worked for 15 years. She spent her free time doing what she loved most: riding her horse and spending time with her daughters. On the back of a horse is where she always felt free.
After retiring, Georgia spent her life traveling and devoted most of her time serving others. She was actively involved with The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection and the many volunteer programs they have. She had a servant’s heart and was always putting others needs before hers. This was how she lived her life right up until her death when she was making sure her daughters and animals would be taken care of.
Georgia made a friend wherever she went. Her unforgettable smile and tender heart was what attracted so many to her. She had many friends from all walks of life and always chose to see the good in everyone she met. Georgia’s incredible resilience and strength kept her smiling through her final days. She was surrounded by love, and her daughters were by her side when she was called home.
Georgia is survived by her two daughters, Tracie (Alioune) Ndiaye, and Kellie Walker (Matt Hebermehl), granddaughter Laina Ndiaye. Siblings Jerry Bauer, Larry Bauer, David Bauer and Daniel Bauer, Lorraine “Sissy” Appel. Brothers Thomas Bauer and Phillip Bauer precede her in death.
Memorial Service is Thursday Nov 9th at 3pm in the Wesley Chapel at The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection 13720 Roe Ave, Leawood, KS 66224. Graveside service will be held Friday Nov 10th at 11am at Mount Moriah Cemetery 10507 Holmes Rd, KC MO 64131.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Compassion International 12290 Voyager Pkwy Colorado Springs, CO 80921 or Wayside Waifs 3901 Martha Truman Rd, Kansas City, MO 64137. Assistance by Funeral Advocates LLC.
Tracie & Kellie , I’m so sorry ! I’ll miss your Mom. Incredible Lady ! Dear Friend for 30 years. You girls please stay in-touch. Matt Dimmitt doubleck01@hotmail.com 805-857-6336
Tracie, and Kellie, You beautiful young ladies remind me so much of Georgia! I’m very sorry for your loss. You’re both wrapped in my prayers! I’m so thankful to have known her.
Fond memories of going to volleyball games when Tracie and our daughter Julia played for Ray-Pec. Walking in the Lakeshore area in Raymore and seeing Georgia playing or walking her dogs. Georgia was an animal lover and I know she has many friends grating her at the Rainbow Bridge.
We are all so saddened by her loss. Tracy, my condolences to you and your family. Georgia was a beautiful lady inside and out. She was loved and respected by so many. She will be greatly missed by myself and so many who encountered her beautiful spirit!
To the family of Georgia Walker, my heart is filled with sadness after hearing of Georgia’s passing. Even though I had only know her for short time, she always spoke to me with kind words & a caring heart. I will always carrying those memories of her with me. Please accept my condolences for the loss of such a beautiful soul.
Tracie,
I’m so sorry for your loss. Arthur always spoke so highly of her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Arthur and Amy Lynn Butler
So sorry Tracie. May her soul rest in peace. Praying for your strength to accept this news.
Tracie and Kelie – I was a childhood friend of your mother and want you to know how very sorry I am. Childhood friends have a huge impact on who we become as adults and your mother had an impact on me. When i think of my childhood, Georgia is a big part of those memories. I remember sleepovers at the house on Brookside where her little dog would sleep under the covers at our feet and we would make chocolate chip cookies or sponge candy with your grandmother and Sissy in the wee hours of the night. I remember riding horses so many times with her and seeing how happy it made her. Or just spending time with our little band of friends from Visitation running around the neighborhood, spending time at each other’s houses and just being kids. She was tough – in the best sense of the word – and she was kind. She was fearless and she was fun. She was just such a wonderful friend to so many and a wonderful person. My deepest condolences and prayers are with you and your family as well as the many friends who will miss her. We are only apart for a little while. God bless you both and God bless Georgia.
Georgia touched my soul. I loved her so!
Tracie and Kellie so sorry your Mom’s beautiful spirit is no longer with us on earth but the love she gave to you and others will live on in our hearts. I can see her healthy and happy caring for God’s animals in heaven
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Georgia. I am one of the Loose Park dog walkers and we are still enjoying her beloved Elsa. I only knew Georgia a short time but was so blessed by her warmth and caring. My prayers are with you, her daughters, and other family members and friends. Take good care. Susan Ray
My prayers are with you two girls. I did not get to know your mom very well before Tom passed but she was a shinning example for a single mom. I wish I could have had more time to get to know her better. I live in St Louis now but really miss the lake and my friends there but it was time for me to get closer to my children and their families.
Tracie and Kellie, my thoughts and prayers go out to you both, I’m gonna miss seeing her beautiful smile when she came into Brookside Jewelry with Elsa and her tight hugs she always gave me. I am so blessed to have known Georgia, I’m gonna miss her.
I didn’t get to know Georgia as well as I would have liked to. She was such a kind lady and I have missed her a lot since she left Georgia. Im so sorry we lost touch. I guess I always thought I would get to see her again.
She made quite an impact on me because her struggles were greater than I would ever know, but she always carried her head high and never complained. Her heart and soul were kind and strong.
My heart aches with sadness to hear of her passing. I was so blessed that she came our way and I got to know her even a little.
Rest in Peace sweet lady……til we see each other again May God hold you tightly.
Love to her girls that were her pride and joy and her horses that were her heart. God bless you and keep you strong.
Im so very sorry for your loss!
I am truly sorry for the loss and pain that the Walker, Bauer family and friends are feeling because of losing Georgia recently in death. Most of us have had to endure the sorrow of losing a loved one in death. What helped me the most was prayer and faith in God’s promises like found here at 1 Corinthians 15: 26 and it tells us: “And the last enemy, death, is to be brought to nothing.” God’s kingdom that Jesus taught us to pray for at Matt. 6: 9, 10 will bring about these wonderful promises, including the resurrection. None of us are guaranteed tomorrow, but we are all guaranteed a resurrection. (John 5:28, John 6:40, John 11:23-25) Jehovah invites you to throw all your burdens on him and he will sustain you in your time of grief. Psalm 34:18
You are in my prayers.
Tracie and Kelly, I was so, so shocked and saddened to learn of your mother’s death. I had no idea that she was ill…having lost touch over the years. I just learned about it this morning through the bulletin at church. Your mother was a wonderful person and friend…kind, loving. You two were her greatest joy. I am just heartsick to learn this. You will both be in my prayers.
Dear Tracie and Kelley, I am so very saddened to hear about the loss of your mother. I always enjoyed visiting with her at school and had the opportunity to see her at COR. Your mom was a special lady. When I left Ray-Pec she wrote a wonderful note to me, it started by saying she heard I was moving on to ‘greener pastures’, then thanked me for being a significant part of Tracies’s education. Her words meant a lot to me. Sending you both prayers and lots of big hugs. God Bless, Mrs. Gillespie. LEAP
As I read these comments about your Mom I just feel blessed to have shared a moment in time with her. I thank God for inspiring me to get involved with the furnishings ministry because it was there on a Saturday that I met your Mother.
July 8,1955 God said I will send one of my daughters to bless my animals & children.
On November 6, 2017 will be the day I will welcome her back into my Kingdom.?❤️?