Annamarie Binning

Annamarie "Becka" Binning, age 95, passed away on Saturday, June 11, 2016 at Pine Crest Nursing Home in Merrill, while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services. Annamarie was born on May 8, 1921 to the late Gabriel and Ragna (Krogstad) Fries in Windlake, WI. She attended and graduated from Waterford Union High School. Annamarie continued her education by earning a degree in Cosmetology in Milwaukee, WI. She met and fell in love with Glenn A. Binning, and the two were united in marriage on January 15, 1944 in Racine, WI. He preceded her in death on March 31, 1995. Annamarie lived in the Waterford area her entire life. She was a beautician for almost 20 years, even owning her own beauty salon in Waterford, WI at one point. After she sold the beauty shop, she was happy to be at home as a homemaker for her family. Annamarie was a member of the Norway Lutheran Church in Windlake, WI. She was a very classy lady with a great sense of humor. Annamarie enjoyed spending time and socializing with her friends, even taking trips to Hawaii, Florida and Las Vegas together. She was friendly to everyone, even to those she did not know. Annamarie loved swimming, not only in her younger years, but all the way up until moving into Pine Crest Nursing Home. She enjoyed canning while she was at home, especially vegetables. Annamarie was very passionate about crocheting, but would also enjoy doing some needlepoint. Annamarie is survived by her daughter: Jane M. Binning of Merrill, granddaughters: Heather (Joe) Meehean of Lynchburg, VA and Holly Johnson (Josh Strand) of Merrill, great grandchildren: Austin Stevenson and Lilly Strand, of Merrill and Cora Meehean of Lynchburg, VA. She was preceded in death by her parents: Gabriel and Ragna Fries, husband: Glenn A. Binning and brothers: Gilbert, Alf and Gabriel Fries Jr. A private family time for Annamarie will be held at Waid Funeral Home in Merrill. Burial will take place at Norway Hill Cemetery in Windlake, WI at a later date. Waid Funeral Home of Merrill is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.waidfuneral.com.

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