James William `Jim` Ulrich
James William `Jim` Ulrich , Age 91
James William "Jim" Ulrich, age 91, of Baraboo, formerly of North Freedom, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023 at St. Clare Hospital with family by his side. James, son of Reinhardt and Eleanor (Lifke) Ulrich was born April 16, 1932. He was a graduate of Reedsburg High School. On July 14, 1956, he was united in marriage to Alice Marie Doering at St. Pauls Lutheran Church in North Freedom; she preceded him in death on April 17, 2015. Jim proudly served his country in the US Army from Aug. 17, 1956 until his honorable discharge on May 16, 1958. He was employed by Baraboo Sysco for over 35 years until his retirement; many former colleagues will remember him as 'Sysco Jim'. Jim was active with the North Freedom Fire Department for over 30 years. Jim was a man of great faith; he was involved at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in North Freedom in various capacities for many years. Jim was also a long-time member of the North Freedom rod and gun club. In his free time, he enjoyed hunting and fishing with his sons and was an avid Packer, Badger and Brewer fan. His sons will remember many lively games of euchre throughout the years. Beyond all else, his greatest love was his family.
Survivors include his sons, Mike of Prairie du Chien, David (Susan) of Rudolph, Steve (Amy) of Madison and Kevin (Julie) of Plover; nine grandchildren, Sean (Kristin) Pinnow, Jaren Ulrich, Brady Ulrich, Kyle Ulrich, Casey (Charlotte) Ulrich, Taylor (Sydney) Ulrich, Alexis (Jacob) Dorn, Madison Ulrich and Caley Ulrich; great-granddaughter, Juniper Alice; sister, Sandra (Ronald) Luther of Wyoming; sister-in-law, Judy Ulrich of Sauk City; brother-in-law, Gary (Sher) Doering of Baraboo; as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Alice; and brothers, Donald and Jerry.
Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023 at 11 a.m. at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in North Freedom. Visitation will be held at Redlin-Ertz Funeral Home in Baraboo on Monday, Oct. 23, 2023 from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m.; the family asks that visitors wear their favorite Packer shirt to help celebrate Jim. Additional visitation will be held at church on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Burial with military honors will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in North Freedom. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Paul's Lutheran Church in North Freedom or the North Freedom Fire Department.
Condolences
Gerald Schroeder October 17, 2023
One of his Oak Park Maintenance men and buddy Baraboo , Wisconsin
We lost a good one. Jim was always a favorite of mine.
Paula Hartman October 17, 2023
Friend Baraboo , Wisconsin
I am so glad that I got to know Jim from working together at Sysco. He was a wonderful gentleman. My condolences to the family!
Deb Burroughs October 17, 2023
Friend Baraboo , Wisconsin
Jim was a great guy! His personality and friendly smile was refreshing! We were fellow members to him and Alice at St pauls church and I was honored as a hairstylist to style His mom (Eleanors) hair for years. Prayers for all of you and your families! Jim will be missed!
Joan McArthur October 17, 2023
Friend Baraboo , Wisconsin
In the short time I knew Jim he became a very good friend. He will be missed by me and many of his peers. May Peace be with him.
Wilfried Ulrich October 17, 2023
"Old Family" from Hinterpommerania (Prussia) 26506 Norden / Germany
Sadly I got knowledge of the death of Jim today. I think it was in 2005 when I visited him and his family in Northfreedom. It was interesting for me to get knowledge of how the American Ulrich-Family made their way in USA. Thank you Jim !!!
Tricia klingenmeyer October 17, 2023
Friends North freedom , Wisconsin
My deepest condolences to the family
Amy Bible October 17, 2023
Friend Baraboo , Wisconsin
One of the good ones...glad I got to know him when I worked at Sysco....
Jody Steiger-Leese October 17, 2023
Friend Reagan , Tennessee
Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Donette Beattie October 18, 2023
Coworker at Sysco Merrimac , Wisconsin
So glad I had the honor of working with Jim at Sysco. He was a first class gentleman with a happy smile and kind words to lift your day. Lifting prayers for his family!
Vicki Simon October 18, 2023
Friend and colleague Utica , Kentucky
I’ve often thought of Jim over the years. He took me under his wing and taught me how to be a better person. I remember going to North Freedom for one of his “feeds†for lack of a better term. I tried bear and rabbit and I don’t remember what all else. He was so kind and giving and sweet and thoughtful. The world will be less without him in it. I’m so sorry for the family!!
Terry Spencer October 18, 2023
Friend Baraboo , Wisconsin
My sincerest condolences to the family. Jim was a great guy and I’m glad that could call him my friend. You are home Jim. Take the rest you well deserve.
Tony October 19, 2023
Friend of family Phoenix , Arizona
Jim was another father of mine. He was a great mentor in my life. From how to correctly usher at church to when to “go it alone†in Euchre. I remember many heart felt conversations and intellectual humor. I love the whole Ulrich clan and am happy that Jim and Alice get to be together again. My condolences and prayers to the whole family. ðŸ™â¤ï¸
Karen Doepke October 23, 2023
Cousin Pewaukee , Wisconsin
My sincere sympathies for your loss, my thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time wishing you peace & comfort.
Karen Doepke October 23, 2023
Cousin Pewaukee , Wisconsin
My sincere sympathies for your loss, my thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time wishing you peace & comfort.
Dana Lee and Ed Cole October 24, 2023
Friends of the family LA PORTE , Indiana
Our deepest thoughts and prayers are with the Ulrich family. Jim was a wonderful person, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend. He had a great smile and wonderful sense of humor. He will be missed.
Sheri Degner October 24, 2023
Co-worker WONEWOC , Wisconsin
I am so sad to hear about Jim's passing. I worked with him for many years at Sysco. He always had a smile and friendly words to say. He was definitely one of the nicest people to everyone and I am so glad I got I got know him. Rest in peace Jim.