Lonita S. Schulze
Lonita S. Schulze , Age 83
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Lonita (Sutton) Schulze at the age of 83 on Saturday, July 25, 2026 at SSM Health St. Clare Hospital in Baraboo surrounded by her family.
Lonita was born in St. Louis, MO on September 25, 1942. She married the love of her life, Richard Otto Schulze on August 19, 1961 and they had two children.
Lonita spent her life helping others and enjoyed cooking for her family and friends. She was always the ‘life of the party’. She touched the lives of many who had the honor of knowing her. Her silliness, warmth and generous spirit will be remembered forever. She found joy in feeding the birds, deer, squirrels, turkeys and any others who visited her back yard forest. They would not go hungry! No food was disposed of, if the animals would eat it! As she became more housebound, a neighbor’s son, Jacob, would come everyday to make sure the animals were fed and that drinking water was always available. We thank Jacob for helping out!
Lonita was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Otto Schulze; son, Steven Edward Schulze; parents, Lonnie and Audrey Sutton as well as her brother, Mike Sutton.
She is survived by her daughter, Beth Ann (Brian) Chambers; grandsons, Brice (Camila) Parchem and Richard (Stacey) Schulze and granddaughter, Maggie Mae Parchem are left to continue her legacy. She also leaves behind her sister, Janice (Bob) Palmbos; daughter-in-law, Karen Schulze and brother, Lonnie (June) Sutton, Jr. as well as other relatives and friends.
Lonita was a giver and all of her friends, doctors, lawyers, mail workers and made homemade jam through the years, as giving was one of her favorites things to do!
A celebration of life will be held at her home at a later date.
Condolences
Ken & Karen Phinney July 26, 2026
Friend Baraboo , Wisconsin
Beth Ann, our deepest sympathy to you and your family. She was the best bartender in Baraboo! Many hugs my friend!
Dan & Ruth Hiller July 26, 2026
Friend Baraboo , Wisconsin
Sorry to hear of her passing. She was a unique person. We really liked her. Rest in peace.
Virgil. John powers July 26, 2026
Friend Baraboo , Wisconsin
So so sorry she is in a better place and not suffering any more RIP MA
amber Schanke July 26, 2026
Family Baraboo , Wisconsin
Lonita, has always been family. She was such a loving woman and will be deeply missed. Until, we meet again.
Terri Williams July 26, 2026
Friends Tomah , Wisconsin
I remember Lonita from when my parents hung out with Lonita and Richard many yrs ago. And when Steven start school we would walk with him. Unfortunately I haven't seen her in a while but I remember her always being loving and caring. I would like to send my condolence to the family.
John Michael “Nasty” Ramsey July 27, 2026
Friend Baraboo , Wisconsin
“I’ve got her picture that she gave to me!” (I’ll cherish it always) “Now God’s got her & we have her memories!” R.I.P. The Ramsey family
Dennis and Penny Quandt July 27, 2026
Friend Lake Mills , Wisconsin
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Lonnie and June.So sorry for your loss.
Crystal Vavrinek July 28, 2026
Family Box Elder , South Dakota
Beth Anne, so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was the life of the party at all the family reunions. Her smile could be seen from across the yard and her laugh was infectious.