Rev. Albert Bahr

Albert William Bahr was born on June 2, 1924 in Bayshore, Long Island, New York to Albert William and Vera (nee Smith) Bahr. He was baptized into the Christian faith and lived a life of humble, but distinguished, service to his Lord and his church. During his 70 year ministry he served congregations in Milwaukee, Detroit, Buffalo, Bergholz (NY), Port Hope and Sebewaing (MI). He was blessed to lead 2 congregations to build new churches because they outgrew their existing facilities. His service to the church included positions on various LCMS District boards, serving as a Circuit Counselor, secretary of the Concordia College – Bronxville, NY Board of Regents, and 2 years as Acting President of the Eastern District-Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. He was deeply involved with the Walther League (the Lutheran youth program) over the years and known as a speaker and emcee at many Lutheran Women’s Missionary League rallies and conventions. Al, more commonly known as “PB” or Pastor Bahr to many, was known first and foremost for giving credit to his Lord for everything, for his subtle but sharp wit, deep and unshakeable faith, humility, heart for service and ministry and a deep love for Christian education. Although his formal role was Pastor, his love for teaching was at the core of who he was and is carried on by his family today. All 7 of his children, 6 of their spouses, 12 of his grandchildren and 5 of their spouses are in Christian education. Al was recognized for his life of service in 1994 when he was presented with the prestigious Servant of Christ Award by Concordia College, Bronxville, given to people who use their unique and God-given gifts in the service of others. Al was called into the loving arms of Jesus on November 20, 2021. He was the patriarch of a 73-member family. He was preceded in death by his loving, devoted and supportive wife of 70 years, Loide, and sons John and Seth. He was, and always will be, a role model for surviving children Paul (Linnea), Mary (David) Moehring, daughter-in-law Janice (John), Joel (Donna), daughter-in-law Diane (Seth), Mark (Kris) and David (Janet) Bahr; the storytelling, wise and kind-hearted grandpa to 20 grandchildren and spouses, and 24 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Sebewaing from 3:00-8:00 pm on Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2021 and from 9:00-10:00 am on Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2021 with the funeral service to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Immanuel Lutheran Church, Sebewaing and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, MO. “For me to live is Christ; to die is gain.” Philippians 1:21 To God alone be the glory! Arrangements are by the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com

Rev. Albert Bahr

June 2, 1924 - November 20, 2021