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Schultz, John Walter
John Walter Schultz, age 82, of Wisconsin Rapids, died Wednesday evening, January 22, 2014 at Riverview Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, January 27, 2014 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Port Edwards. Rev. Daniel Bohn will officiate. Burial with military rites will be in Port Edwards Municipal Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Sunday at Herman-Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Wisconsin Rapids and from 10:00 A.M. until the time of services on Monday at the church.
John was born May 27, 1931 in Marshfield, WI to Walter and Ethel (Gibney) Schultz. He graduated from John Edwards High School in Port Edwards in 1950. On August 25, 1951 John was united in marriage to Delores Arndt at Trinity Lutheran Church in Port Edwards. The couple was blessed with 62 years of marriage and four children.
John served his country in the United States Air Force stateside during the Korean Conflict from 1951 to 1955 and was stationed at Luke Air Force Base in Arizona.
John worked for Nekoosa Papers for a short time and retired from CW Transport in Wisconsin Rapids. After retirement he worked for the town of Seneca. John also owned and operated with his father Oak Lawn Riding Stables for many years and was instrumental in starting the Little Britches Rodeo. He had a love of horses, operated pony rides at carnivals, and was a mentor to many kids wanting to learn about horses.
John enjoyed spending time with his family, gardening, and traveling. He and Delores spent many winters traveling to Arizona and New Mexico. He also enjoyed several hunting trips out west with his son and grandsons.
John's faith was very important to him and he was an active charter member at Trinity Lutheran Church in Port Edwards. He and Delores had the privilege of being the first couple married at the church. John served the church as Sunday school teacher, congregational chairman, elder, usher, and served on the board of stewardship.
He was a member of the Tri-City Riding Club and the Port Edwards Lions Club and was honored to receive the following awards: Award of Recognition for service as a member of the Board of Directors of Opportunity Development Centers in 1991, Lion of the Year from the Port Edwards Lions 2005-2006, Birch-Sturm Fellowship Award from the Wisconsin Lions Foundation in 2007, and Recognition on the Wall of Honor by the Wisconsin Lions Foundation in 2012.
John is survived by his wife, Delores; one son, Randy Schultz, and one daughter, Kathy (Jeff) Vavrina all of Wisconsin Rapids; five grandchildren: April Almanza (Ricky Salazar), Jason (Jessica) Schultz, Brad Schultz, Tiffany (Dave) Rheinschmidt, and Trent Vavrina; seven great-grandchildren: Isaiah and Alexis Rowe, Ariana Schultz, Caleb and Jacob Rheinschmidt, and Skyler and Gage Vavrina; and one sister-in-law, Lorraine Schultz; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, two daughters, Julie and Jodel, brothers, Robert and Donald Schultz, and his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Emil and Esther Arndt.
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To the Schultz Family; unfortunately we did not know of John's passing until after the funeral. Our condolences and prayers are with you. He was one of the last great cowboys in the area and it is wonderful to remember people like him and what they brought to others.
The Al Tucker Family
February 12, 2014
Delorise, Randy and family. So sorry to hear of your loss.
April Retzke
January 31, 2014
Kathy,Randy and families-
Sorry to hear about the passing of your father - from what I understand he was a 'big' man to many people who certainly felt he was one of a kind. You have our heartfelt sympathy. Friends - Joe and Pat Ostrum
January 28, 2014
Delores and Family,
So sorry to hear of John's passing. Years ago he spent time with us at ODC volunteering and the employee's loved to see him. What a great man with a big heart. His smile was infectious. He and Julie are smiling down on you all.
Kathy Molepske
January 28, 2014
John had quite an impact on my life, he encouraged me to run for rodeo queen and his influence helped me make life decisions. He also gave me the opportunity to have a horse in good care. He was a wonderful man who gave so much to others.
Phoebe Chambers
January 27, 2014
I knew "Johnny" as a man of God and my dad's (Harold Allen)best friend. I believe the Lord used Johnny to help lead my dad and mom (Betty Allen) to Christ and they are now up in heaven talking about the Lions' Club rodeos and just maybe, deer hunting. I look forward to joining the conversation in the future. Imagine spending eternal life with them and Jesus.
Harry Allen
January 27, 2014
To all of John's Family,
We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bob and Jane Draper
January 27, 2014
Our sympathy to John's family he will be missed by many but not forgotten for his thoughtfulness to everyone he came in contact with. Blessings Randy and Bea Jaye Herman
Bea Herman
January 26, 2014
So very sorry to hear the passing of John. I am blessed to have known this incredible man, and family.
Tammy Carlson
January 26, 2014
Delores
John was one of the best friends a man could have, I learned a lot from him. I am sure thwat when Jonh gets to that BIG Rodeo in the Sky that the Lord will tell him all his entery fees have been paid and will give him the best horses to ride.
James Yetter
January 26, 2014
We are smiling looking at John's picture, and I know it hard for your families, but our Mom & Dad are so happy to see there ole friend again. With deepest sympathy Harold & Betty Allen's daughter Carol (Allen) Reisimer.
Jim & Carol Reisimer
January 26, 2014
Kathy and Randy,
To both of you and the entire family please accept our condolences. Your father seems to have been a man that truly loved life. I'm sure you are proud of him and hopefully will will have memories that last until you are all back together!
Dan & Shawn Joling
January 26, 2014
Randy & family, we are sorry to hear of your father passing. You have all our sympathy.
John & Jean Rember
January 25, 2014
Colleen & Tim Voit
January 25, 2014
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF JOHNS PASSING!! REMEMBER MANY FUN TIMES WITH YOU. AT UNCLE WALTERS AND AUNT ETHELS.. GOD BLESS AND TAKE CARE!!
GAIL PRIMEAU,KELLER
January 25, 2014
Kathy and Jeff,
We were so sorry to hear about your Father and Father-in-law. We know you will really miss him. We know he was and important person in your life and you will be thinking about him often. You have all our sympathy.
John and Carla Kutella
January 25, 2014
Kathy, Sincerest condolences to you and your mom and brother, on the passing of your Dad. I remember Johnny from when I was very young. He always a big smile on his face, always shared kind words, and always loved helping kids. Dad's are very special people to their daughters. Cherish your fond memories of him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. RIP Johnny. Kim (Whitrock) Wondzell
Kim Wondzell
January 25, 2014
I am so sorry to here of the passing of John, he was such a good man. It was an honor knowing him.
Linda (Zinda) Schladweiler
January 25, 2014
Delores & family: Sorry to hear of John passing, he will be missed by many. All my sympathy and prayers.
Bill Pierce
January 25, 2014
Kathy and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your Father. I have many fond memories of him. We always enjoyed talking horses.
Roger and Shirley LaBarge
January 25, 2014
Delores, Randy, & Kathy, John is surely dancing with Julie in heaven !!!! Even though we will all miss him so much here. I have so many wonderful memories of John, he was like a grandpa to me growing up thru the rodeo and horse show days, and then turned into a wonderful friend after I grew up. We were all so blessed to have him as part of our lives and he will be greatly missed. I sure did love that man !!!!!!!!!! (and you all too) !!
Deb Totzke
January 25, 2014
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