Clara E. “Katie” Auer
Clara E. “Katie” Auer, 94, of Syracuse, IN passed away on October 10, 2015 at Millers Merry Manor. She was born on June 26, 1921 in Syracuse to Lawrence & Wilma (Hammon) Held. On April 5, 1941 she married Ted Auer who preceded her in 2011. She was a lifelong area resident. She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary in Syracuse. She is survived by her son – John (Lavera) Auer of Nappanee. 2 grandchildren. She was preceded by her husband, 1 son Tommy, and 2 sisters. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2015 at 11 AM at the Eastlund Funeral Home with pastor Harlan Steffen officiating. Burial will be at the Syracuse cemetery. Online condolences to: eastlundfuneralhome.com