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Kevin Bauer - aka Isabella Frost - remembered for zest for life

Pins with Kevin’s portrait were beaming back from all attendees. DENY HOWETH PHOTOS
Deny Howeth
April 30, 2017
Kevin’s image was everywhere throughout the building.
Beneath the dove balloons is a photograph of Isabella preparing for a show.
Julia Sugarbaker related memories of road trips with Isabella to see shows.
A standing room only crowd of friends and family gathered.
Friends and family signed the doves that were released at the end of the ceremony.
Terry Isler prepares the crowd for the events. DJ Susan Pawlikowski looks on.
Aunt Nancy Ruley reads some memories the family has of Kevin.
Terry Isler recalls a story about a piñata that Kevin had some fun with on a summer night, Isler said he was carrying it all over town calling it his daughter.
Aunt Nancy Ruley, brother, Bryan Bauer, his parents Sharon and Edward Bauer expressed gratitude for the Purple Parrot family who welcomed them fully.
Julie Norwood and Rachel Todd held back tears as they read stories about Kevin and his impact on everyone who came in contact with him.
Roxy Overbrooke opened the celebration with a song that brought everyone to tears.
A packed house to celebrate Kevin’s life.
DJ Susan Pawlikowski plays a speech by Isabella Frost during a competition for Miss Gay Delaware and Regional.
Kevin’s brother Bryan related stories about Kevin and how he intends to keep his legacy alive.
Kevin’s brother Bryan related stories about Kevin and how he intends to keep his legacy alive.
Terry Isler lets a dove fly.
Doves with messages are released at the end of the ceremony.
Love, friendship and inspirational notes were written on the doves which were then released.
Releasing doves.
The biergarten at the Purple Parrot was the scene for the memories to flow.
Kevin is forever remembered and loved. A piñata doll that had a memorable story for Terry Isler sits at the top of the stairs next to a photograph of Kevin.

Friends and family gathered April 22 for a celebration of the life of Kevin Bauer, also known as Isabella Frost, who died March 20 at age 34. Persistant rain forced the celebration inside the Purple Parrot, where family, friends and fans talked about Kevin’s impact on others during his short life.

Friends reminisced about his antics and zest for life. Julia Sugarbaker told stories of road trips to see shows, featuring his multiple vehicles and mishaps, while Roxy Overbrooke sang tunes that held deep memories for all in attendance. Julie Norwood worked with Kevin at Bad Hair Day, where Kevin was always willing and able to get any task completed, always with a bright spirit. 

Nancy Ruley, Kevin’s aunt, spoke of his generous spirit and his teasing demeanor when he called her to check in. His brother, Bryan Bauer, a school counselor, talked about the legacy that he will carry on through his work to bring tolerance and understanding to the forefront in his daily interactions. 

Tears were flowing when DJ, Susan Pawlikowski played a speech Isabella Frost gave during a pageant for Miss Gay Delaware and Regional, which was pure Kevin, expressing gratitude and appreciation for the opportunity to participate. 

The culmination of the day came when biodegradable doves with messages written on them were released.

Ruley, Bryan Bauer and parents Sharon and Edward Bauer expressed gratitude for the Purple Parrot family who welcomed them.

A quote from his Facebook page expresses Kevin’s spirit: “Appreciate and love all of you ... remember you only live once, and live every minute, I know I have!”

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