Obituary of Betty Ulrich

Betty Jane Jereb was born in North Chicago, Illinois on February 17, 1924. She was one of two children born from the union of the late Frank and Mary Anna (Broncheon) Jereb. Betty attended Waukegon Township High School in Illinois graduating in 1942. She married and loved, Robert Ulrich on July 6, 1946 in North Chicago, and from this union would come the birth of two sons. For more than twenty years, Betty performed clerical work for several different employers including Sears Credit Department, Gift House, Olin Matheson Powder Plant, and Sysco. The family attended St. John Lutheran Church in Barboo where Betty was a member of the Ladies Division E. Betty had a special relationship with Robert, and for many years the couple enjoyed ballroom dancing together. After Robert's retirement they moved to North Freedom worshipping at St. Paul Lutheran Church. Betty enjoyed bowling, playing regularly into her late 80's. She was an avid reader and often challenged herself with crossword puzzles. Betty could best be described as a loving wife and mother. She led by example with her constant determination, self-sufficiency, and her amazing durability. After moving to Monroe in 2005 she attended Zion Lutheran Church. She enjoyed time with her family and was especially proud of her two granddaughters and all of their achievements. Betty Jane Ulrich, age 90, of Monroe passed away on Monday; May 19, 2014 at Foundation Park Alzheimer's Care Center in Toledo. In addition to her parents her passing was preceded by her husband Robert Ulrich on December 1, 1992; her brother and sister-in-law: Vernon and Marge Jereb. To cherish her memory she leaves two sons: Pastor Ross (Cindy) Ulrich of Monroe and Wayne (Jean) Ulrich of Baraboo, Wisconsin; and two beloved granddaughters: Edie and Claire Ulrich of Monroe. Friends may gather from 2:00-8:00pm; Thursday, May 22, 2014 at Merkle Funeral Service, 2442 North Monroe (734) 384-5185. She will lie in state from 10:00am until funeral services at 11:00am on Friday, May 23, 2014 at Zion Lutheran Church, 186 Cole Road. A memorial luncheon will follow at the church. Burial will take place on Sunday, May 25, 2014 at Oak Hill Cemetery in North Freedom, Wisconsin. Memorials for those who desire are suggested to Zion Lutheran Church. Online guests may leave words of inspiration and comfort, share a photo, or make a donation by visiting www.merklefs.com and then selecting the Online Tributes page.