Jean M. Ruff

Jean M. (Uecke) Ruff, 94, passed away Tuesday, March 14, 2023.

Born Feb. 22, 1929 in Menominee, Mi., to Fred and Mary Uecke, she was born into a large family of 10 siblings and graduated from Menominee High School. She married Harry Ruff in 1974 and he preceded her in death on Nov. 16, 2016. Her favorite job was working for Dr. Brukhardt, where she met wonderful friends. Prior to that, she worked at Pries Apparel in Marinette.

An avid baseball fan, she enjoyed attending the Milwaukee Brewer games and was proud to have met Hank Aaron. She enjoyed spending time with her husband and they enjoyed going to the beach, sitting in the sun and being members of Marinette Elks Lodge.

She is survived by a sister, Claryce Maedke and a brother, Jack Uecke.

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Harry.

Hansen Onion Martell Funeral Home of Marinette is assisting the family.

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