W. Jerry Ulrich
January 13, 1941 - December 10, 2012
Obituary
POYNETTE-W. Jerry Ulrich, age 71, passed away peacefully with family at his side, on Monday, Dec. 10, 2012. He was born on Jan. 13, 1941, in Madison, the son of Walter and Lillian (Sorensen) Ulrich. Jerry married his high school sweetheart, Karen Haessig. He graduated from Central High School in 1959, attended UW-Madison and completed his degree through Cardinal Stritch University. Jerry started his career as a flight instructor at Morey Airport in Middleton. He continued as a pilot for Oscar Mayer, and retired from Phillip Morris after 30 years of a career he was passionate about. Jerry was a man of generosity, integrity, and always felt like his glass was half full. He shared his love of the outdoors, bow hunting at the farm and walleye fishing in Canada with family and friends. Jerry is survived by his wife of 49 years, Karen; son, Scot (Jolie); daughter, Krista (Rafael); grandchildren, Nathan, Carter, Brady, and Zoe; a grandson on the way; mother, Lillian; brother, Tom (Sally); and numerous nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Jerry’s Life will be held at REX’S INNKEEPER, 301 North Century Ave., Waunakee, from Noon until 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 15, 2012, with a time to share memories at 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS. 66675 www.woundedwarriorproject.org. A special thank you to the UW Transplant team for their exceptional compassion, care and dedication to extending life. We also thank St. Mary’s Care Center, and Agrace HospiceCare. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Jerry lived life by his favorite quote, “Life is not measured by the breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.”-Unknown Karen’s love and respect will follow Jerry for eternity.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS. 66675 www.woundedwarriorproject.org.
A Celebration of Jerry’s Life will be held at REX’S INNKEEPER, 301 North Century Ave., Waunakee, from Noon until 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 15, 2012, with a time to share memories at 1:30 p.m.
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Martin Kral
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My deepest sympathy goes out to the Ulrich family. Jerry was a wonderful man and will be deeply missed. God Bless.
Sincerely,
Marty Kral
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Ron Gernetzke
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Scott - your and your family have my sympathy. I always enjoyed having your father as a pilot at Oscar Mayer.
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Sara Hill
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Krista and Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of Jerry, I know that he will truely be missed, but not forgotten. I send love and support to your entire family during this hard time especially with the holidays around the corner-may time ease the pain that lies ahead in next coming months!
Love,
Sara, Mike and family
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Isabel Norat
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Dear Lil, and Karen, Krista, and Scot: With such graciousness you have always made me feel welcome in your homes whenever I visited. Jerry was especially kind and friendly and treated my husband and I as family. It must have been very hard to see him suffer, but we all know he is happy and at peace now, enjoying the company of dear Walt who preceded him in death. Our love to the whole family and may you be at peace during the trying time ahead.
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Lauri Mill
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Karen, Scot, Jolie, Krista ,Rafael, Nathan, Carter, Brady, and Zoe;
Our heartfelt condolences to your family. Jerry was such a special part of my mom and dad's life and will always share a part of our hearts. He was so brave and courageous. We will always remember his contagious laugh.
In memory,
Gary, Lauri Mill(Clay and Lois Sherman's daughter) and family
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JIM @ BEV> HENNING
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You have been thought of often, an you will b remembered forever