Ruth Ann Bayless

Ruth Ann Bayless, age 86 of Apple Valley (formerly of Edina), passed away peacefully on May 17, 2025. Preceded in death by her husband, George Bayless; and sisters, Elaine Sather and Jeannine Holicky. Survived by her children, Dawn (Paul Manthe) Preuss, Vikki (Salam) Mustafa, Pamela (Joel) Johnson, and Timothy (Chrissy) Bayless; grandchildren, Nawal, Ahamad, Noah, Nicholas, Olivia, Jacob, Aiden, and Ellery; siblings, Norma Trezinski, Charlotte (Wyman) Nelson, and Curt (Pam) Schwartz; many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Ruth worked as a seamstress and homemaker for many years. She loved a good bargain or sale and was very proud of her finds. Ruth enjoyed crafting, decorating her home, and entertaining family and friends. She was open and caring and will be dearly missed by everyone who knew her.

Memorial Service at 11am on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Starkson Family ~ Anderson Chapel, 14850 Garrett Ave., Apple Valley, with visitation one hour prior.

Arrangements by Starkson Family ~ Anderson Chapel in Apple Valley.