Edna Ruth Heinemeier
July 27, 1925 - October 18, 2025
Obituary
BEAVER DAM / WAUNAKEE - Edna Ruth Heinemeier, age 100, of Waunakee, went home to join her Lord, on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Agrace HospiceCare. She was born on July 27, 1925, in Beaver Dam, Wis, the daughter of Ernest and Elsie (Halfmann) Kuecken.
Edna spent most of her life in Beaver Dam. She was united in marriage to Henry Heinemeier.
Edna was a devoted and loving mother, grandmother, and friend. Her friendships meant so much to her and her many friends became like family, especially Laura (Mike) Schutta, whom Edna felt was another daughter. Edna was an active member of St. Stephen's Lutheran Church in Beaver Dam. She was very sociable and enjoyed dancing, playing cards, and going to casinos with her many friends. Edna was independent and modeled strength and kindness.
Edna is survived by her sons, Dale Heinemeier, Terry (Sandra) Heinemeier and Don (Georgia) Heinemeier, and daughter, Lynn (Jim) Guse; nine grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and sister-in-law, Sally Kuecken. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Alfred Heinemeier; her parents, Ernest and Elsie Kuecken; brother, Elmer Kuecken; and sister, Esther (Norbert) Miller.
A private family service will be held. Burial will take place at Highland Memory Gardens in Beaver Dam.
Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson West
Funeral & Cremation Care
7435 University Ave.
(608) 831-6761