Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Schmidt & Bartelt Funeral and Cremation Services

10121 West North Avenue

Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

Ruth Burdick Obituary

Burdick, Ruth Mary (Nee Ricker) "Forever Young", of Wauwatosa, passed away peacefully at home Dec. 20, 2008, age 92. Beloved wife of the late Irwin H. Burdick. Dear mother of Robert (Linda) Burdick and Brad "Antler" Burdick (friend Jeff Poniewaz) and daughter Beatrice Burdick Waller. Loving grandmother of Andrew (Candace) Burdick, Elizabeth (Howard) Mueller, Kimberly and Jessica Burdick, John and David Waller. Great-grandmother of Mya and Finn Burdick, nieces Mary Beth (Gary) Fergeson, Barbara (Allen) Baumann, Jean Davidson and Christine York (Peter Armsfield). Memorial service to be held at the First Congregational Church, 1511 Church St., Wauwatosa, WI, on Thurs., Jan. 22, at 1 PM. Reception afterwards at church. Memorials in lieu of flowers: ALS Foundation, 27001 Agoura Rd., Suite 250, Calabasas Hills, CA 91301 Schmidt & Bartelt 10121 W. North Ave., Wauwatosa

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Jan. 11, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Ruth Burdick

Not sure what to say?





6 Entries

Lisa Marshall

January 21, 2009

We have many treasured memories of RuthMary, especially sitting on her white swing in her front yard surrounded by her bountiful flower garden. When we were married in 1978, RuthMary gave us an assortment of bulbs for our yard as a wedding present. Every year we would enjoy fresh cut tulips, daffodils, hyacinths and crocus in our home. She was truly a gentle soul - we will miss her.
Jim and Lisa Marshall

Linda Boedeker Larson

January 18, 2009

Dear Bea,
My sister saw your mom's obituary, and I was able to read it online. I have such fond memories of her and all the good times we had at your house. My mother always said that she was "such a lady." She certainly was! My sympathy goes out to you and your family, and I know that you will have a wonderful celebration on Thursday.

Chris Sylvester

January 18, 2009

I remember RuthMary saying that she liked a quote by Eleanor Roosevelt :
"My friends are my estate".
That is so true about her. She was such a dear friend of my mother. We will all miss her.

Bill & Jean Beck

January 11, 2009

Bob, Linda, Andy and Elizabeth. So sorry to hear about mom's passing. Sounds like she lived a long full life. Bill & Jean Beck

Tom Miller

January 11, 2009

I will always remember Ruth Mary and her even and joyful view of life.

Mimi Ferguson

January 11, 2009

Ruth Mary was my role model. She was always so positive about people, experiences and never negative. I will always remember and look up to her. I am so sorry we will not be able to attend the memorial service but she is in our thoughts.

Showing 1 - 6 of 6 results

Make a Donation
in Ruth Burdick's name

Memorial Events
for Ruth Burdick

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Schmidt & Bartelt Funeral and Cremation Services

10121 West North Avenue, Wauwatosa, WI 53226

How to support Ruth's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Ruth Burdick's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more