Edward Frank Bares

Birth date: Jan 5, 1914 Death date: Dec 14, 2013

Edward Frank Bares, almost 100 years old, of Grand Haven passed away Saturday, December 14, 2013. He was born January 5, 1914, in Grand Haven to Frank and Marie (Svoboda) Bares, and he married Vera Keely on November 16, 1946 in Oa Read Obituary

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John Dimartino

639w ago

JAN & EARL

THANKS JAN FOR YOUR TELEPONE CALL--I CERTANLY ENJOYED OUR
CONVERSATION ABOUT YOUR DAD, MY VERY CLOSE FRIEND ''ED''.
I CHECKED MY LOG BOOK AND SOLOD ED ON OCT.3,1950 IN HIS T-CRAFT
24462. ED SPENT MANY HOURS IN THE AIR AS HIS INSTRUCTOR AND
FRIEND. ED AND I WERE FLYING TO GRAND RAPID IN A RETRACTABLE
NAVION. THE NOSE WHEEL DID NOT LOWER, SO WE CHECKED WITH THE TOWER AND THEY CONFIRMED IT WAS NOT DOWN !! WE FLEW AWAY
FROM THE FIELD AND TRIED MANY MANEOVERS WHEN BY ROCKING IT
LOCKED ALL THREE WHEELS. ED WAS VERY CALM. THE PROBLEM WITH
THE LANDING GEAR WAS A BROKEN HYDROLIC HOSE. WE ALL LOVED
ED. JOHN DIMARTINO

Don Dahlstrom

641w ago

Your dad was the last surviving member of the Over-the-Hill Gang. Bares, Bosches, Dahlstroms, Kolbergs, Nashes. All five couples had many wonderful parties together. My dad passed Dec. 18, 1999 - almost 14 years to the day of your dad. And then my mom Jan. 2, 2000. And your dad was one of the pall bearers, IIRC. My dad always talked about how your dad could fix almost anything (maybe anything, period). My folks also talked about visiting the Bares in the woods. The last time I saw him was 2-3 summers ago enjoying a Tuesday in Central Park concert. Sorry we missed the funeral.
Sincerely,
Don and Kathy Dahlstrom

Angela Thiem

642w ago

in honor of Edward.

Dear friends Jan, Earle and respective families,
We are saddened by Eddie's departure, but for sure he will continue to be present in our fondest precious memories.
He knew always how to put a smile on our faces. The stories that he used to share with us about his social, military, technical or family life experiences, or even a simple joke, was never the less funny or interesting episodes that Walter and I would absorb with the thirst and curiosity of a child. What a great sense of humor he had and so much knowledge, frequently helping everybody with solution ideas...
Knowing him was a privilege that we'll treasure forever.
Our family hopes you all find comfort in the beautiful and happy memories that made this remarkable and wonderful gentleman so unforgettable to all of us.
God bless...
From the Thiem Family,
(Walter, Angela and Thomas)

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Amy Jastrzembski

642w ago

Mr. Bares took my Dad and me on my first airplane ride. He would keep an eye on us neighborhood kids while we swam in the pool, while I'm sure he would have liked to have been doing something else! He was a very, very nice neighbor. Our condolences to Janice, Earle and family.

Amy (Bennink) and Daniel Jastrzembski

Carla Clark

642w ago

in honor of Edward.

Ed was such a sweet man, I look forward to our visits each week. He had endless stories to tell, and I very much enjoyed listening.
Carla Clark CENA In Home Care

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Ray Sheffield

642w ago

"Ed was a man of many skills, ideas and dreams". His accomplishments many. He was a great example to young aviators. He and I shared an airplane. It is with great sorrow that I learn of his passing, Ed deserves the motto "well done thy good and faithful servant". A reflection of his life.
Condolences to the family and his many friends.
Ray Sheffield, South Carolina

John J Singerling

642w ago

Ed Bares truly was a wonderful man. His intellect matched his compassion and I will forever be grateful for every minute he shared with me. Ed Bares was one of those very few people who have touched my life and my children's lives with such positive meaning and impact. My sincere condolences to Janice, Earle and your families. You had a very special Dad and Grandfather...and I was so fortunate and blessed to know him.
John J. Singerling, Naples, Florida