Mary Ann Sandstrom, 79, of Plover, Wisconsin, died on August 16, 2023 due to complications of Alzheimer's Disease.

She was born in Manitowoc, Wisconsin on February 24, 1944 to Frank and Marie Callos.

She attended the University of Wisconsin-Superior where she earned a bachelor's degree in English in 1966.

She married Sigurd Sandstrom on December 18, 1965 while on Christmas University break.

Mary Ann was a homemaker and businesswoman. As the owner of Country Creations, she traveled around the state of Wisconsin, attending craft shows, where she would sell her homemade sewing and fabric goods. She was also the founder of the Holiday Boutique, a favorite area holiday craft show for years that was held at the Portage County Highway Facility and at the Stevens Point Holiday Inn.

Mary Ann was an avid volunteer and had the heart of a servant. She spent numerous years on the Portage County Plan Commission, served on committees, helped with "Celebrate Plover" and was an election official. She was awarded "Citizen of the Year" as well as a PABA (Plover Area Business Association) Business of the Year. She also supported many local charities, especially those that helped animals. She was always looking for a chance to serve her church and community. She also enjoyed the many trips she took with her family and husband. She and Sig were snowbirds to Fort Walton Beach for many years and spent the summer and fall seasons often in Door County. She and Sig were active members in the community and could often be seen putting on many miles while going for daily walks.

Mary Ann is survived by her husband Sig (Plover), Kim Sandstrom (Madison), Kerry Regnier (Batavia, IL), her brother, George Callos (Minocqua, WI), her grandchildren Luke and Grace Regnier (Batavia, IL) as well as many other extended family members.

She will be cremated and a memorial service and interment will follow in the coming months. Dates and times will be announced.

Memorials or donations may be made to The Portage County Humane Society, The Alzheimer's Association and St. Olaf's Episcopal Church in Amherst, WI.

Mid Wisconsin Cremation Society is assisting family at this time.  Online condolences may be expressed at MWCS.WS