Michael Jospeh "Butch" Bayer

Michael Joseph "Butch" Bayer, age 56, of Sunrise Beach, passed away Tuesday, September 22, 2020, at his home. Survivors include: his wife, Grada; daughters, Whitney Whittington and Sophia Bayer; a grandson, Weston Goodmon; brothers, Frederick Bayer and Dan Bayer; sister, Missy Motz and many other relatives and friends. A private family graveside service and interment will be held at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in St. Louis. A celebration of Butch's life will be held 1-4 p.m., Saturday, October 17, at the American Legion Zack Wheat Post 624 in Sunrise Beach. Arrangements are under the direction of Kidwell-Garber Laurie/Sunrise Beach Chapel. www.kidwellgarber.com