Annabel Marion Meyer

Annabel Marion Meyer, 97, of Fond du Lac, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at St. Agnes Hospital. Ann was a devoted mother, loving friend, and woman of strong faith.

Ann was born on July 27, 1927, to William and Bertha (Salzman) Wallender in Fond du Lac. She married the love of her life, Howard Meyer, on September 14, 1946, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in North Fond du Lac. They were happily married for almost 53 years until his passing in 1999.

Ann devoted her life to raising her four children and foster children, and later worked for many years at JCPenney and EP Direct, where she formed lifelong friendships. She was a faithful member of Hope Lutheran Church, attending Bible study, Ladies of Hope, and exercise classes. Her unwavering faith in God was evident in her kindness, generosity, and the love she showed to everyone around her.

Ann had a passion for gardening, always stopping at the garden shop to buy “just one more” plant. She also enjoyed cheering on the Packers and winning lottery pools with her lucky numbers.

Ann is survived by her four children: John (Sandra) Meyer of Fond du Lac, Barbara (David) Schmidt of Fond du Lac, Judy (Gary) Burton of Fond du Lac, and Linda (Michael) Will of North Fond du Lac; her grandchildren: Traci Southard, Steve Meyer, Brian (Emily) Meyer, Ericka Hankerson, Kim Schmidt, Pam (Jim) Brittnacher, Colleen (Matt) Winans, Michelle (Rich Wartenberg) Schmidt, Jessica (Shane) Longdin, Sarah (Brad) Depies, William (Sarah) Atchison, Gary Burton Jr., Ryan (Cathie) Burton, Michael (Ashley) Will, and Bobbi Jo (Brian) Mand; 38 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; sister-in-law Judy Wallender; her special four-legged companion TJ; and many beloved nieces and nephews.

Ann was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Howard, siblings Robert Wallender and wife Patsy, Norbert Wallender and wife Karilyn, William “Billy” Wallender, and June “Tootie” Erickson and husband Morris; her sister-in-law Virginia “Ginny” McDermott; brother-in-law Jerry and wife Florence Meyer; sister-in-law Lucille and husband John Goldapske; and many cherished pets.

Her family finds peace knowing she is now in Heaven, embraced by God and those she loved so dearly, leaving behind a legacy of faith, family, and kindness.

Visitation will be held from 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM, Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at Uecker-Witt Funeral Home. The funeral service will begin at 11:30 AM, with Rev. Dr. Phillip M. Enderle officiating. Burial in Estabrooks Cemetery will follow the service.

Services are in the care of Uecker-Witt Funeral Home, 524 North Park Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935. Additional information and guestbook can be found at ueckerwitt.com