Ruby A. Schmudlach

Ruby A. Schmudlach

December 01, 1941 - February 01, 2025

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DeForest - Ruby Ann Schmudlach, age 83, of DeForest, passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at The Legacy of DeForest. She was born on December 1, 1941, in Madison, Wis., the daughter of Jesse and Agnes (Esse) DeWitt.


Ruby graduated from Monona Grove High School in 1960.  The same year she married Donald Schmudlach in Madison. In addition to raising her family, Ruby worked as a salesperson/ manager for the Tupperware company. She also worked as a volunteer EMT for the Village of Maple Bluff for many years.


Ruby enjoyed Wednesday Bible Study and fellowship at The Legacy of DeForest. She also enjoyed "mystery trips" with her grandchildren. Over the years she took pleasure in gardening, and teaching cooking classes. In recent times, she enjoyed attending Four Lakes Church of Christ and then after services, going to lunch with her church family.


Ruby is survived by her sons, Donald (Cheryl) Schmudlach and William (Norma Jean) Schmudlach; grandchildren, Amber (Jarrett Zwieg) Schmudlach and Bryor (fiancée, Heather Powell) Schmudlach; great-grandchildren, Isis Zwieg, Lera Zwieg and Aegis Zwieg; as well as many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Donald; grandchildren, Valerie Schmudlach and Carson Martin Schmudlach; and sisters, Donna Holmes and Shirley Neupert.


A funeral service will be held at Gunderson East Funeral and Cremation Care, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, February 27, 2025. Burial will be held at Roselawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Thursday. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Agrace HospiceCare would be appreciated by the family.


A special thank you to Agrace HospiceCare and The Legacy of DeForest for their friendship, support and compassionate care. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.


Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608) 221-5420




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Karen Hansen
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Ruby was one very special lady! She made everyone feel special and loved. She taught so many people how to cook and she did it with such grace and ease. She was the queen of Tupperware and she knew just how everything should fit in each piece and then in your cupboard. Ruby was a wonderful friend to so many people . She included everyone in her Tupperware party games. We were blessed to call her a friend. Karen H and Jeanne A
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Lynne Toseff
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My sincere condolences to the family for the loss of this very amazing woman. Someone asked me the other day if I knew a Tupperware dealer in the area. I talked about Ruby and how supportive she always was when I sold Tupperware. I have many good memories of her. Heaven has earned a very special angel.
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Diana Hurd
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My deepest sympathies to you all, at this difficult time
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colleen ward
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Donnie and Billy (as your mom called you). I met your mom when I was a teenager in the 1970's. She was my mom's Tupperware lady. At one point my mom decided to sell Tupperware. I even sold Tupperware when I was in my twenties. Your mom was one of the sweetest ladies' around. She had such a wonderful spirit and would do anything to help out anyone especially a new consultant. But to me she was more. I could talk to her like a friend. I remember the last time I saw her at your dad's funeral and we had planned to get together and revisit those old times but unfortunately covid hit and I never set up a date for us to meet for which I am truly sorry about. She was a very special woman and heaven is a little brighter to have her. I envy you both for having her for a mom. Enjoy those wonderful memories that you have of your parents. Colleen Diestelmeier Ward
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Gerianne Nehls
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I remember you from years ago. Wonderful lad rest in peace Ruby Prayers for the family.
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Pat Hufnagel Powers
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So many memories with Ruby for over 52 years. My dear friend, mentor, and manager in Tupperware. Both her and Don were the most wonderful caring people in the world, always there for support, love and compassion and a lot of good times. There is a special place in our hearts for Ruby. You will always be a shining star.

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