Edwin Ullrich, JR.

Edwin “Ed” August Ullrich Jr., age 85, passed away Sunday, November 1, 2026, following a battle with cancer.

Ed was born May 1, 1941, in the Township of Springvale to Edwin and Hazel (Staple) Ullrich. He graduated from Pardeeville High School in 1959. Following graduation, Ed served in the Army National Guard and on active duty during the 1961–1962 Berlin Crisis at Fort Lewis.

On May 22, 1965, Ed married Donna Jean Barry, beginning a life together filled with family, hard work, and many memories.
Ed spent much of his working career in the sign industry, including many years as a co-owner of a sign company. He later went on to own and operate his own construction company.

Faith and community were important parts of Ed's life. He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Pardeeville before later joining Cross of Christ Church in Portage, where he served on several church councils. He was also a longtime member of the Pardeeville Curling Club, where he held several board positions and enjoyed being involved in the organization.

In his free time, Ed enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing, hunting, gardening, and camping. He also enjoyed following his favorite Wisconsin teams, cheering on the Milwaukee Brewers, Wisconsin Badgers, and the Packers.

Ed is survived by his son Mark Ullrich; granddaughter Kassie Stowers; grandson Kyle (Stephanie) Stowers; great-granddaughter Milie Jo Stowers; great-grandson Milo Stowers; sister Shirley Mullin; and brother Roger (Lynette) Ullrich. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Donna; daughter Bonnie Stowers; son-in-law Timothy Stowers; brother-in-law Jerome Mullin and other family and friends.

A Funeral Service will be held Friday, November 13, 2026 at 11:00 A.M. at The Cross of Christ Lutheran Church in Portage with Rev. Schultz officiating. Visitation will be held from 9:30 A.M. until the time of service at Church on Friday. Interment will be held at Newport Cemetery.

A special thank you to SSM Hospice and Heritage House in Portage for the exceptional care of Ed.