Kenneth Walter "Baus" Bauser, age 72, of Alton passed away Saturday, November 28, 2020 at Warrensburg Manor Care Center in Warrensburg Missouri.

He was born September 16, 1948 in Alton, Illinois, the son of Kenneth James and Bettie (Thole) Bauser.

Kenny faithfully served in the United States Navy as an Electrician's Mate on the USS Yellowstone.  His journeys brought him back to Alton, where he worked for Clark Oil Refinery, finally retiring from Valero.  In his free time, he loved golfing, bowling and going on long motorcycle rides.

Kenny is survived by his daughter Tara Stacy-Smith and husband Josh; his grandchildren Tyler, Logan, and Madison; a sister Barbara Baird; and canine companion Toby.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Good Shepherd Hospice and can be left in care of Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home.