Ruth Ginzberg

Ruth Ginzberg

May 18, 1953 - May 08, 2023

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Madison- Ruth P. Ginzberg, age 69, passed away on Monday, May 8, 2023, of natural causes. She was born on May 18, 1953, to Raphael and Vilma (Olsvary) Ginzberg in Tomah, Wisconsin.

She attended Madison area schools, followed by the Universities of Wisconsin, Indiana, and Minnesota, where her studies included music, computer science, and philosophy. Ruth ultimately obtained a PhD in Philosophy and Women’s Studies. After teaching at Wesleyan University and Beloit College, she left academics, eventually landing in a second career as an IT Procurement Manager/Specialist for the University of Wisconsin System.

Ruth was a life-long teacher, scholar, and student. Her faith became important to her in the last several years, during which she became a member and community group leader at Blackhawk Church.

She is survived by her mother, Vilma Ginzberg of Santa Rosa, CA and by her daughter, Rachel L. Ginzberg of Norfolk, VA.

Details regarding a memorial will be announced at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations in support of an educational charity or organization of your choice are encouraged.

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Marg Knox
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Oh Ruth! I will miss your good humor and your expertise in procurement matters. I always counted on hearing from you when an issue was posed, and you always provided excellent insight and help. Rest well. Marg Knox Univ of Texas System
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Jennifer Lattis
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Ruth was so good at her job and her love for what she did shone through. I miss her. Jennifer Lattis.
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Rick Hughes
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I had the privilege to work with Ruth while I was with the State of Wisconsin and just learned of her passing. She was so talented and dedicated to her public service and inspired others to be better themselves. She was an asset to the University of Wisconsin system and to the public procurement profession. She had a very diverse background that made her special and she will be missed. Rest in Peace Ruth. Rick Hughes
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Ryan Moore
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Words fail to express my deep sorrow for your loss. Her kind heart and quick wit will be forever missed. Thank you for everything that you have done. Ryan Moore University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.
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Deb Kidwell
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The yellow candle is in lieu of a daffodil - Ruth knows and would chuckle as we did every year as they bloomed. 'Ruth Rants' often made my day, and I enjoyed every minute I was fortunate enough to spend with her. She was a colleague, a mentor, and a friend. She was fantastic at what she did for a living, understanding the complexities of the circumstances in a way that most never could - and then sharing her expertise freely to help others. Her wit and humor were unique and unmatched. She will be greatly missed, and my condolences to Rachel and Vilma.
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Brent Tilton
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I had both the privilege and honor of working with Ruth since 2008 when we both started at UW. The first 11 years Ruth was my go-to person for any sort of IT contract or IT wisdom. The last 4 years was a greater privilege for me as I joined the same Purchasing team as Ruth at UW System Administration where we were able to work together much more closely. I will miss the daily communication I had with Ruth on things that go well beyond work and include things such as her faith, her mom and her daughter, all three of which she loved to talk about. She was more than a work colleague, she was my friend. And I will truly miss her. Brent Tilton

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