Johnston, Iowa
Harold A. Schuler
Johnston
Harold Arthur Schuler, 94, passed away on January 16, 2014 at Bishop Drumm. A memorial service will be held at New Hope United Methodist Church, 4525 Beaver Avenue, Des Moines, 50310 on Monday, January 20, 2014 at 11 a.m. Family will greet guests between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Harold was born January 22, 1919, in Armstrong, Iowa to Henry and Muriel Schuler. He graduated from Swea City High School in 1937. He continued on to Western Union College where he received his Bachelor's degree.
After college, Harold joined the Army Air Force in September of '41. While piloting in WWII, he was awarded the American Defense Ribbon, the Air Medal with three oak leaf clusters, the European Theater Ribbon with three battle stars and immediately before leaving England, Harold had been recommended for the Distinguished Flying Cross.
Before he went over seas, Harold attended several flight schools, meeting and marrying his wife, Marjorie while in Advanced Flying School in Moody Field in GA.
After his service, Harold, Marjorie and their two sons settled in Johnston where Harold would teach and coach for 38 years, retiring in 1983.
Harold enjoyed golf, spending time with family and waiting for Marjorie while she shopped.
Harold is survived by his two sons; Fred (Lynne) Schuler and Jon Schuler; grandchildren, Kimberlee, Michael and J. D and great-grandchildren, Malia and Isaiah.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, his daughter in-law, Barbara and his siblings.
Mr. Schuler left a strong impression on me. He was tough, and at times gruff, but he was always fair. I hope I have modeled him in many ways.
Gary Harvey
January 27, 2014 | Woodbury, MN
My memories of Mr. Schuler are all from my parent's stories.
They were in the first classes he coached.
He was well loved.
~Daughter of Russ & Wanda Slauson
Barbara
January 20, 2014 | Chicago, IL
Harold (and Marg) were the most wonderful neighbors to our family. Always an open door and trusted friends. Harold was a great teacher and coach at Johnston High School. We certainly remember him with much love. Our condolences to Jon, Fred and their families. The Fick Family - Alan & Georgia Fick, Marilyn (Norm Luttinen), Helen Hearn.
January 20, 2014
I have many fond memories of Harold and Marj from school, New Hope and other events. My heart is saddened by the loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you
Denice Sutton
January 20, 2014 | Johnston, IA
So sorry to read this news. I have many fond memories of my school years with the entire family. RIP Mr. Schuler.
Susan (Moss) Hilliard
January 19, 2014 | Two Harbors, MN
Many good lasting memories!
Denny Elwell
January 19, 2014 | West Des Moines, IA
Harold and Marj were good friends of ours and we had a lot of good times with them. They will both be missed now.
Clarice/Ron Rubek
January 19, 2014 | Ankeny, IA
A great man! Larry Strickler, Johnston Physical Education, 1970 to 2001
Larry Strickler
January 19, 2014 | Des Moines, IA
He was a great teacher and a wonderful neighbor he will be miss
scott Engstrom
January 19, 2014 | Des Moines, IA
