Esther Ruth Salzman, aged 78, of Schofield, Wisconsin, peacefully passed away on August 12, 2025.

Born on July 14, 1947, in Wausau, Wisconsin, she was the youngest of thirteen siblings and dedicated many years to her work as a skilled millworker. Esther cherished her son, Phillip Salzman, and was overjoyed to travel to Taiwan for his wedding banquet.

She is survived by her son Phillip (Irene) Salzman of San Diego, California, her twelve-year-old grandson Thomas, and siblings Jim (Sandi), Mary Kay (Jim), Lucille, and Louise.

Family and friends are invited to a visitation at St. Therese Catholic Church in Schofield on Friday, August 22, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am, followed by a mass at 11:00 am and inurnment at Restlawn Memorial Park at 12:30 pm.

The family is being assisted by John J. Buettgen Funeral Home, and online condolences can be shared at HonorOne.com.