Dorothy Kurschner

Dorothy Ann Kurschner, 90, of Cumberland died on October 18, 2025, at her home. She was born March 27, 1935, in Ashland, WI to Emery and Margaret Sharron.
Dorothy graduated from a three year college as a diplomaed nurse. She then worked at the Washburn Hospital, followed by the Ashland Hospital as a nurse manager and recovery room nurse. She later worked at the Shell Lake Hospital before retiring from Lakeview Medical Center as an intensive care nurse in 1994.
She was married in Ashland on November 3, 1956, to David Kurschner who preceded her in death on December 29, 1994.
Dorothy enjoyed sewing, knitting, and going for walks. She cherished her weekly time at Eucharistic Adoration. She loved taking care of her grandchildren and spending time with her great grandchildren.
She is survived by her two daughters: Kathleen (Lance) Barnes of Ashland, and Sharon (Michael) Schumacher of Chetek; five grandchildren: Naomi Hess, Rebekah Stamps, David Skingel, Luke Skingel, and Natalie Skingel; six great grandchildren: Khloe Hess, Skylar Hess, Ronan Stamps, Sybil Stamps, Taylor Hess, and Emery Stamps; nieces, nephews, and many other family and friends.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, David Kurschner; parents, Emery and Margaret Sharron; sister, Marilyn Hillier; and brothers: Kenneth and Gary Sharron.
Funeral services will be held at 11 AM Saturday, October 25, 2025 at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Cumberland with Father Jaynna Kanna officiating. Burial will be in St. Anthony Cemetery. Pallbearers are Lance Barnes, Mike Schumacher, David Skingel, Luke Skingel, CJ Hess, and Walter Hillier. Honorary pallbearer is Pat Ricci. Visitation will be from 10-11 AM.
Skinner Funeral Home of Cumberland is serving the family.