Wilma M. Ruch

Wilma M. Ruch, 88 of Milford passed away Monday, February 6 ^th , 2023 at Memorial Hospital of South Bend.

She was born July 14,1934 in New Paris, IN, to Manas and Kate Borkholder. On May 16, 1959, she married Robert “Hap” Ruch who proceeded her in death in 2000.

She was a graduate of New Paris High School. She was a member of the Eastern Star and a member of the New Salem Church of the Brethren.

Wilma donated her time crocheting hats for the area schools and she enjoyed being a part of several card groups. She also enjoyed spending most of her time making beautiful quilts and other numerous crafts.

Together her and her husband started Ruch Service, and worked side-by-side for 23 years. Later she worked at Veada and The Papers.

She is survived by two children Douglas (Doreen) Ruch and Myra (Mike) Steele. She enjoyed her 4 grandchildren, Jenna (AJ) Risedorph, Grant (Alexis) Ruch, Aaron (Beka) Steele, and Sarah (Aaron) Schrock. She had 7 great-grandchildren that she adored, Quinlynn, Reagan, and Adley Risedorph, Avery and Mason Ruch, Sloan Steele and Vivian Schrock. Her eighth great-grandchild is due in July.

She is also survived by brothers Vern Borkholder and Wilbur Borkholder and sisters Vera Graff, Inez Schmucker and Orpha Toth.

She was preceded in death by parents, husband, and siblings, Lloyd Borkholder, Jerry Borkholder and Treva Borkholder.

Friends may call on February 9, 2023 from 4 to 8 PM at Mishler Funeral Home, 461 W 900 N, Milford, IN. The funeral service will be at Mishler‘s on February 10, 2023 at 10 AM. Pastor Tim Yoder will officiate. Gravesite service will follow at the Milford cemetery.

Memorial contributions can be given to the Milford Fire Department.