Ann Bayer

Ann Marie (Erickson) Bayer, age 87, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025, at Parkside Retirement Community in DeForest, WI. She was born on October 23, 1937, to Roy and Vivian (Wang) Erickson in LaCrosse, WI. Ann met Bill Bayer at her daughter Carrie's wedding after many failed attempts to bring them together sooner.  Once they met, they were inseparable. Their mutual love of dancing, things Norwegian and many other shared interests paved the way to a deeply loving relationship.  They were married February 15th, 1986, in Middleton, WI."

Ann worked in the healthcare field for over 30 years, starting as a Nurse's Aide, then going back to school to get her Licensed Practical Nurse Degree and proudly working her way up to becoming a Registered Nurse. She worked at American Red Cross, Mendota State Hospital and Central Wisconsin Center.

Ann was talented seamstress, even making her kids clothes as they grew up. She lovingly sewed magnificent quilts for everyone in her family; sewing was Ann's true passion. In her free time, she also enjoyed going for walks, gardening, skiing, dancing and working on jigsaw puzzles. Ann was also a master at making Lefse.

Bill and Ann loved traveling and shared so many adventures together from Honeymooning in Iceland to traveling to New Zealand, Australia, Norway, and so many other places around the world.

Ann is survived by her husband, Bill; children, Carrie (Mark) Hochstetter, Amy Dellis; stepchildren, David (Jill) Bayer, Erik (Liz) Bayer, Beth Bayer, Threasa (Jim Rounds) Bayer, Phillip (Krissy) Bayer and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents; first husband, James Schamens who died in 1976; brother, Richard Erickson and sister, Jean Frandy.

The family would like to thank Jill for her compassionate care and willingness to help. Also, Agrace Hospice for their loving care, especially Heather and Kelly as well as the staff at Parkside Assisted Living.

A Celebration of Ann's Life will be held at a later date.

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