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Ruth Ann Schumacher
LA CRESCENT - Ruth Ann Schumacher, 91, of La Crescent, passed away on Thursday, February 10, 2022, at La Crescent Health Services.
She was born in La Crosse on August 6, 1930, to Frank and Leona (Grabhorn) Wurzel. She attended Holy Trinity Grade School and later graduated from Aquinas High School. On September 11, 1951, Ruth married Donald Schumacher. Don preceded her in death on April 6, 1983.
Ruth was a long-time member of the Church of the Crucifixion in La Crescent and was active in the Our Lady of Fatima Circle at the parish. She was an avid bowler and bowled in several area leagues in the past. She was a member of the American Legion Post 52 Auxiliary. She also enjoyed golfing, knitting, crocheting, camping and playing dominoes. She was always the life of the party. There was always laughing going on whenever she was around. Ruth also loved collecting cardinals.
Ruth is survived by three loving daughters and their families: Susan (James) Buehler of La Crescent, and their children: Wendy Snuggerud, Paula (Dustin) Jessop, and Michael Buehler (McKenzie Morgan), Pamela (David) Gjere of La Crescent and their children: Chad (Nikki) Gjere and Amy Gjere, and Lisa (Kenneth) Koetz of Winona, and their children: Keith Koetz (Roberta Ross), Kevin (Ann) Koetz, Jennifer (Raymond) Gore, Kendra (Sam) Watkowski, and Kelli Koetz (Ronnie LaFrenier). Ruth is further survived by nine great grandchildren: Dominic and Atticus Jessop, Harris and Porter Gjere, Brooklyn Mitchell and Layla Hase, Megan Koetz, and Rylee and Rylen Watkowski; one sister, Rosemary Ellingsworth of La Crosse; and nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, Donald, Ruth was also preceded in death by a son, Brian Schumacher, and his wife, Dr. Janet Veit, on May 20, 2018; a sister, Beatrice Hegwer and her husband, Chester; a brother, Bernard Wurzel and his wife, Janice; and a brother-in-law, Benjamin Ellingsworth.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, February 15th, at the Church of the Crucifixion in La Crescent, with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. Rev. John L. Evans, II, will officiate. Entombment will take place in the St. Francis of Assisi Mausoleum in the Catholic Cemetery, La Crosse. Schumacher-Kish Funeral and Cremation Services of La Crescent is assisting the family. Online condolences may be submitted at www.schumacher-kish.com.
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Mary Mickschl
February 19, 2022
I will alway remember Ruth with a happy smile, she would come to Mardi Gras are Crucifixion, hoping to win a cake ( or at least hope Amy would win) . Prayers for all of you.
Mary Jo Mickschl
Fran & Jack Grupa
February 18, 2022
Good friend and neighbor. Sending the family our thoughts and prayers.
Jere and Sandy Siegersma
February 15, 2022
She was a good neighbor. Fun to talk to. Certainly feisty and lively. She will be missed.
Janice Klug
February 14, 2022
Ruth was always a fun and happy lady. I always enjoyed being around her and calling her Mom.
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carol johnston
February 12, 2022
so sorry to hear of your moms passing. we had some pretty good talks when i would see her. you girls took good care of her and should be proud . carol and george johnston
Susan Gorsett
February 12, 2022
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Rose Kulas
February 11, 2022
Ruth added so much fun to our dominoes parties. Mom and i still remember the Halloween party where Ruth came dressed as a nun. Thanks for the memories Ruth.
Pat Thompson
February 11, 2022
Remembering the good old days and "hearing Ruth's contagious laugh" in my head. Hoping and praying her family remaining are supported by similar memories during these days of loss. Sincerely, Jim and Patty Thompson
Jayne Otto
February 11, 2022
The last few times I saw Ruth was at Festival. And, yes, even there she was the life of the party! So many good memories. Wish I had known about the Dominoes - I am always looking for someone to play a game with me. ;) We will keep all of you in our prayers.
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