April 17, 2013. Predeceased by his wife, Gail E. Bayer; daughter, Kathryn M. "Katie" Bayer; son, Michael A. Bayer. Survived by parents, Robert G. Alice N. Bayer; sister, Mary Kay Herring; brother, Robert J. Bayer of Los Angeles, CA; niece, Laura M. Arena (Tom Purdev); nephews, Christopher M. (Aubrey) Arena, Robert G. Arena, Joseph M. Arena; several great-nieces great-nephews. Visitation will be Friday from 7-9 PM at the funeral home, 1411 Vintage Lane (between 390 Long Pond Rd), where Billy's funeral service will also be celebrated on Saturday at 11 AM. Interment in Riverside Cemetery. Billy was born in Rochester, NY to Bob Alice Bayer and grew up with his siblings on Shore Acres Drive. He loved animals, gardening, was great at fixing mechanical things, and kept his home immaculate. He meticulously attended to the graves of his children and wife. Billy was also the family baby sitter. Hard rock and classic music were among his favorites. Family and friends would best describe Billy as reliable, helpful, thoughtful, and having a great sense of humor. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.