Julie Ann (Evjen) Bauman, age 58 of Rochester, passed away peacefully at her home with her family at her side following a lengthy illness on April 3, 2017.

Julie was born on June 21, 1958 in Rochester to Dottie and Cleo Evjen. She graduated from Mayo High School, married, and furthered her education by obtaining a degree in Social Work. She married Ken Bauman and they were later divorced. She was blessed with two children, the joys of her life. Julie enjoyed gardening, cooking, fishing, and especially loved Christmas time.

She is survived by her children, Nissa (Shawn) Butterfield of Kenyon, MN, Tyler (Sara) Bauman of Rochester; her mother, Dottie Evjen of Rochester; a sister, Cathy Homstad of Decorah, IA; and grandchildren, Carter, Amber, Payton, Jaeda Sue; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Julie is preceded in death by her father, Cleo; and her brothers, Davis, Jerry, and Randy.

The funeral service for Julie will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, April 7, 2017 at South Zumbro Lutheran Church (4830 120th Ave SW Kasson, MN 55944) with Pastor Eiden Simonson officiating. Visitation will be held on Thursday evening, April 6, 2017 from 4pm until 6pm in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home along with one hour prior to the service at church.

Burial will be in the South Zumbro Lutheran Church Cemetery.