Patricia M. “Pat” Baer

Patricia M. “Pat” Baer, 75, of Highland, IL, passed away on Friday, December 6, 2024, at her home, in Highland, IL.

She was born on August 3, 1949, in Highland, IL, to Vernon and Dorothy (nee Knabel) Stoecklin. On May 4, 1968, she married Robert L. “Bob” Baer at St. Paul Catholic Church in Highland, IL.

Pat was born and raised in Highland and went through the St. Paul Catholic School system, graduating from St. Paul Catholic High School in 1967. She owned and operated Highland Rentals with her late husband, Bob Baer, for 40 years. Pat was a devout Catholic, being a faithful member of St. Paul Catholic Church for many years.

Through her church, Pat was a Eucharistic Minister and member of the decorating committee. She also volunteered at St. Rose Elementary School often. Pat enjoyed sewing, gardening, and traveling with her husband, friends, and family. She loved the St. Louis Cardinals and attending any and all of her grandchildren’s events.

A faithful woman, Pat prayed all the time. She was selfless, always putting others needs before her own, and a wonderful friend to many. Pat was very adventurous, and anything her grandkids asked her to do, she would try it. A loving mother, grandmother, and sister, Pat will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert L. “Bob” Baer; parents, Vernon and Dorothy Stoecklin; brother, Duane Stoecklin; and sister, Marilyn Stoecklin (in infancy).

Pat is survived by her sons, Erick (Lisa) Baer and Stephen (Elaine) Baer; grandchildren, Carson Baer, Alyse Baer, Brayden Baer, Adalynn Baer, Gavynn Baer, and Nadia Baer; step grandchildren, Collin (Annie) Toennies and Jonah (fiancé, Elina) Toennies; brothers, Dennis (Denise) Stoecklin and Darrell (Robin) Stoecklin; numerous nieces, nephews, and close friends.

Memorial donations may be made to St. Paul Catholic Church or St. Paul Catholic School.

Visitation: Thursday, December 12, 2024, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm, at Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL, and Friday, December 13, 2024, from 10:00 to 11:00 am, at St. Paul Catholic Church, Highland, IL

Mass of Christian Burial: Friday, December 13, 2024, 11:00 am, at St. Paul Catholic Church, Highland, IL

Clergy: Fr. Pat Jakel, Pastor

Per her wishes, Pat will be cremated following her services and a private burial will be held at a later date

Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL