Ruth Marie Schulfer, 89

Ruth Marie Schulfer, née Eiden, of Stevens Point, passed away March 23, 2025, at Our House Senior Living in Wausau, at the age of 89.

Ruth was born May 24, 1935, in Plover, Wisconsin, daughter of the late Henry and Virginia (née Precort) Eiden. She grew up in the area, attended local schools, and graduated from P.J. Jacobs High School in 1954.

In 1955, Ruth married Theodore “TJ” Schulfer. The two welcomed two children: Barbara Marie in 1956 and Joseph Michael in 1959. To help support her family, Ruth worked for many years as a realtor.

Ruth had an outgoing and friendly personality. She enjoyed golfing and reading and was very active within her church.

Ruth is survived by her daughter, Barbara (David) Schober; her brother, Maurice Eiden; a grandson, Paul (Christine) Hetzel; a granddaughter, Elizabeth (Darrin) Punko; six great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Virginia; her husband, TJ; her son, Joseph; and her brothers, Fred, Henry, Richard, and Robert.

A funeral service will be held to honor Ruth’s life at 1 p.m. Thursday, April 3, 2025, at Shuda Funeral Chapel, 3200 Stanley St., Stevens Point. Friends and family are invited to gather and share memories on Thursday at the funeral home from noon until the time of service.

Shuda Funeral Chapel is honored to be assisting the family.