Ann Marie Bayer, born on April 30, 1957, to Edmond and Rosie Pruski, passed away on January 9, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and devotion to her family.

Ann Marie married the love of her life, Franklin Dean Bayer on May 24, 1975 and they recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 2025. She shared a beautiful, enduring partnership with her husband, built on love, laughter, faith, and unwavering support. She was a loving mother and grandmother, whose care, guidance, and encouragement shaped the lives of her children and grandchildren in profound ways. Her family was the center of her world, and she took joy in nurturing those she loved.

Ann Marie dedicated much of her life to serving her Lord through her faithful commitment to St. Ann's Catholic Church in Kosciusko. She also served her community as a United States Postal Service carrier, where she was known for her reliability, friendly spirit, and dedication to the people she served.

She will be remembered for her generous heart, her warmth, and the quiet ways she showed love—through her kindness, her listening ear, and her constant presence. She had a way of making those around her feel valued and cherished, and her memory will live on in the countless stories, memories, and smiles she leaves behind.

Ann Marie was preceded in death by her parents, Edmond and Rosie Pruski, and her brothers, Engelbert and Freddie Pruski.

She is survived by her husband, Franklin Dean Bayer; sons, Michael Anthony Bayer (Stephanie) and Matthew James Bayer (Kristin); daughter, Anita Marie Taylor (Bobby); her beloved grandchildren, Kaylie Marie Bayer and Ryker James Bayer. She is also survived by her siblings, Bernice Lyssy (William), Alice Felux (Adrian), and Edmond Pruski, Jr. (Kim).

A visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 13, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM at St. Ann Catholic Church in Kosciusko, Texas, followed by the Rosary at 10:30 AM and Mass at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow at St. Ann Catholic Parish Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to attend and celebrate her life.

Ann Marie will be deeply missed and forever remembered as a beautiful wife, a loving mother, a devoted grandmother, a dedicated community servant, and a remarkable woman whose love and kindness touched all who knew her.