Joel Karnick
Elaine Carol (Bockholt) Ulrich, age 90, of Ogema, Wisconsin, went home to be with the Lord on October 30, 2024.
Elaine was born March 2, 1934, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late John and
Lucille Bockholt. She was the oldest of six children. After graduating from
Rib Lake High School, Elaine married Merlin Frank Ulrich on May 2, 1953.
Elaine was a loving wife and mother of 7 children, 23 grandchildren,
48 great-grandchildren, and 11 great-great-grandchildren. She loved spend-
ing time with her family—especially camping. Elaine worked as a cook at
Ogema Elementary school for 29 years and served as janitor at Ogema
Baptist Church for 30 years. Elaine also enjoyed her many friendships
developed through her involvement in Bible studies, the Homemakers
group, teaching children’s programs at church, participating in many 4-H
activities, and working at Spirit-Hill-Ogema Fair and Price County Fair, as
well as cooking for the Ogema Lion’s Club.
Elaine is survived by her husband Merlin Frank; children Ed (Mary Jo) of
Ogema, Bill of Ogema, Gene (Hope) of Ogema, Sharon (David) Scott of
Fifield, Bonnie Nerison of Phillips, Pat (Renita) of Wausau; son-in-law David
Seemann of Ogema; and sister Donna Kelley. She is preceded in death by
her parents, four siblings (Jack, Don, Marge & Jim), daughter Cindy
Seemann and great-granddaughter Kennedi.
A Celebration of Life for Elaine and her daughter Cindy Seemann will be
held at Ogema Baptist Church on November 16, 2024.
*Visitation 12:00—2:00 p.m.
*Service at 2:00 p.m. followed by fellowship & luncheon until 4:00 p.m.
