Lillian Dalsgaard Ulrich

MADISON-Lillian D. Ulrich, age 97, passed away peacefully on Monday, Dec. 23, 2013. She was born on May 11, 1916, the daughter of Hans and Agnes (Dalsgaard) Sorensen. On June 15, 1940, she was united in marriage to Walter H. Ulrich in Dubuque, Iowa by the Rev. Walter Ulrich. Two sons were born to Lil and Walt, Walter Jerry in 1941 and Tom in 1945. In addition to raising the boys, Lillian did the bookkeeping for the trucking firm she owned with her husband, Walt. Upon selling the business, Lil then worked for the DOT for 28 years, retiring as a supervisor. Lillian was a long time active member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, where she chaired the church’s arts and crafts bazaar for many years. She was a cub scout den mother, and was also a member of the Women’s Club of Madison and the Southside Men’s and Women’s Club. Lil and her husband, Walt, loved going to their cabin, which Walt built over many years. They also spent 23 years wintering in Branson, going for three months at a time. Lillian is survived by her son, Tom (Sally) of Madison; daughter-in-law, Karen of Poynette; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; a sister, Margaret; numerous nieces and nephews; cousins; and friends. She is preceded in death by her husband; parents; a son, Jerry (Karen); four brothers and a sister. A Funeral Service will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2013. A luncheon will follow the service at the funeral home. Visitation will be at the funeral home from Noon until the time of the service on Sunday. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, 2121 Sheridan Road, Evanston, IL 60201. The family would like to thank the staff of Waterford at Fitchburg (formerly Hyland Park) and Agrace HospiceCare for the compassionate care given to Lillian. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Dr. (608) 221-5420