Ruth I. Gerhartz

Ruth I. Gerhartz, age 95, of Stockbridge, died on August 14, 2023, at Ascension Calumet Hospital in Chilton. She was born October 24, 1927, daughter of the late Edwin and Gert Heller. On February 15, 1947, she married Delmar Gerhartz at St. Mary Catholic Church in Fond du Lac. 

Ruth is survived by her children: Jean Effa (Dick Schuette), Elaine (Paul) Hemauer, and Donald (Kathryn) Gerhartz; grandchildren: Greg (Lindsay) Gerhartz and Sarah (Will) Hall; and great-grandchildren: Dylan Gerhartz, Emma Gerhartz, Nolan Hall, Henry Hall, and Isla Hall. 

Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Delmar; her parents: Edwin and Gert; a brother: Buddy Heller; and a granddaughter: Katie Hemauer.

Please make donations to your favorite local charity in Ruth’s name.

The family extends a special thank you to Dr. Dellaria for keeping Ruth alive for almost 96 years.