Denice Ann Baier

Denice "Nicci" Ann Baier, 68, of Claremont, MN, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 20, 2026, in Owatonna, MN.

Denice was born November 29, 1957, in Rochester, MN. Denice attended Owatonna High School, Class of 1976, later receiving her GED. Denice married Mark Hendrickson in 1975, and later divorced. They had three children, Chris, Jessica and Shannon. Denice married John Baier in September, 1986, and became a step-mom to three children, Jenny, Amy and David.

Denice worked at Truth Inc., Owatonna, MN, retiring after over 19 years, making many friends. Denice was currently employed at Kwik Trip for over 16 years in Owatonna, MN and then transferring to the store in Dodge Center. Denice enjoyed shopping, crocheting, camping and spending time with her friends and family. Denice took many camping vacations with all six children and extended family. Denice enjoyed travelling, taking motorhome trips across several states, she was planning to take a trip to Greece next year.

Denice is survived by her husband, John Baier; daughter, Jessica Hendrickson of Owatonna, MN; step-daughter; Amy (Darrin) Morrissey of Omaha, NE; sister, Debe (Tom) Grunklee, Owatonna, MN; brothers, Dennis (Cheryl) Grems, Rick (Debbie) Grems, Randy Grems; 8 grandchildren, Kayla, Arieanna, Kourtney, Branden, Jimmy, Johnny, Ryan and Mylie; 6 great grandchildren and 3 more on the way; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and lifelong friends.

Denice was preceded in death by her parents, Herbert Grems and Joan Putratz; her boys, Chris and Shannon Hendrickson; step-daughter, Jenny (Donnie) Coffee; and step-son, David Baier.

A celebration of life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, July 17, 2026, at Praise Fellowship Church, 602 Central Ave S in Dodge Center, MN with Pastor Roger Langworthy officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to her service at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be given directly to her family. 

To share a special memory or condolence please visit http://www.czaplewskifuneralhomes.com. Czaplewski Funeral Homes, 25 South Street SW, Dodge Center, MN 55927 (507)374-2155. Blessed be her memory.