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Ann Ruesch Obituary
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, November 3, 2025 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Wisconsin Rapids. Rev. William Menzel and Deacon Jerome Ruesch will officiate the service. Visitation will be held from 9:30 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM at the church.
Memorial donations can be made in Ann's name to the St. Vincent de Paul Haiti Twin Parish, the Red Cross of Wood County, the Woodland Girl Scouts, the Mid-State Technical College Foundation, or the Wood County Symphony.
Ann was born in Wisconsin Rapids to the late Leo and Mary (Sippl) Ruesch. She graduated from Lincoln High School before attending St. Joesph's Hospital School of Nursing in Marshfield, The University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh, and The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse achieving herMaster's degree in Nursing. Professionally, Ann worked for the Wood County Health Dept. for over 28 years. She also was a registered nurse at St. Joseph's Hospital in Marshfield, part of the parish nurse fellowship at Marquette University, and worked at Mid-State Technical College in Wisconsin Rapids.
Ann was very involved in her church. At St. Vincent de Paul she was the Parish Nurse for many years, and she served on the pastoral council, and the Haiti Twin Program. Ann was a distinguished graduate of the National Catholic Education Association, and graduated Sigma Theta Tau in the National Honor Society of Nurses. Ann was a member of the Whiting Dance Club, and loved ballroom dancing. In her spare time, Ann loved Bicycling, playing Violin and harp, travel, and reading; as well as spending time with her family and friends.
Ann is survived by her siblings, Jeffery (Jill) Ruesch, and Mary Beth Ruesch; niece, Malary (Tim) Hill; nephew, Mitchell (Kaytie) Ruesch; great-nephews, Henry and Asher Hill and Whit Ruesch; and special friend, Eric Hurley.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Leo and Mary Ruesch; and her grandparents.
Ann's family would like to thank the entire staff at The Waterford of Wisconsin Rapids as well as Peggy, Sandy, Jessica and Sarah at Home Instead for their care of Ann. They would also like to thank Ann's Pen-Pal Sue Crook, Curt and Colleen Ruesch, Ann Schlice, Deb Arneson, and Mary Moss for their kindness and support of Ann throughout the years.
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Maggie Blaha
November 29, 2025
I am very late in responding to the news of Ann's death which was recently forwarding to me. Ann was a student of mine in fourth grade. I was at St. Vincent de Paul parish probably fifteen years or more and ran into her. I was apologizing to her for my teaching ability or lack thereof as a twenty year old with minimal college. Ann hugged me so warmly and reassured me that I did just fine from her perspective. In fact, she relieved me of the guilt I had been feeling. I don't know if her family will ever see this message. Her kindness carried over throughout her life. I am sure she will be waiting for me on the other side for another hug.
Maggie Blaha, formerly Ms. Parrett
Michael P. Roherty
October 31, 2025
I worked with Ann at the Wood County Health Department for a year and she was unfailingly kind to me. My deepest condolences.
Debbie Nix
October 28, 2025
I had Ann as a teacher out at Midstate here in Rapids. She was a very special person. As a 50 year old that was just starting classes after working 30 years in a factory she was very patient and understanding person.I am exremely sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. The world was a better place while she was here. Glad I got to know her.
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Sharyn and Pat Juneau
October 27, 2025
We are so sorry for your loss. Ann was always kind, compassionate and a good friend. God bless you all.
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