Sharon Bauman

Peoria-Sharon Lynn Bauman, 74, passed away on April 17, 2016, at 3:23am, with her loved ones by her side. She is now with her Lord and Savior.
She was born July 29, 1941, the daughter of Clinton and Virginia (Chapman) Utsinger. They preceded her in death.
She married the love of her life Lionel "Lyle" Bauman in Lewistown, Il, on April 18, 1958. He survives.
Together they were blessed with eight children Nikki (Gary) Froman of Peoria, Melody (David) Hitesman of Peoria, Linda Bauman of Peoria, Charles (Lori) Bauman of Peoria, Lionel (Tina) Bauman Jr of Creve Coure, Tonya (the late Ernie Sr) Sally of Peoria, Ivan (Crystal) Bauman of Energy IL, Dawn (B.B.) Bauman of Peoria.
Also surviving are 23 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, one brother Rick (Marylin) Utsinger of Canton, one sister Nancy Utsinger of Canton, several nieces, nephews and adopted daughter Nancy and Pap Chaney.
She was also preceded in death by 1 grandson Derick Bauman, 3 great grandchildren, one brother and one sister.
Sharon worked for Eagles cleaner in Peoria as a press operator. She also worked for Professional Maintenance as a custodian.
Sharon loved to play bingo, go to garage sales and putting puzzles together.
Her love for her family was the most important thing to her.
A funeral service will be held at 11am, on Wednesday, April 20, 2016, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton.
Pastor David Swain will be officiating.
A visitation will be held one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Fiatt Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
To view her video tribute or to leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com