John W. "Buddy" Shultz Jr.

70, of Sykesville John W. "Buddy" Shultz Jr., 70, of Sykesville, died Wednesday, March 2, 2011, at Northwest Hospital in Randallstown, after a battle with diabetic complications. Born Jan. 7, 1941, in Baltimore, he was the son of the late Kathleen Ensminger-Pelot and John W. Shultz Sr. He had lived in Sykesville for 43 years. He was a retired tiling mechanic. His favorite hobbies were collecting 45rpms of the 40s and 50s and gathering antiques. He enjoyed the Carroll County senior center, playing cards and reminiscing with his many friends. Surviving are brothers Gary L. Shultz, of San Diego, Calif., and Joseph F. Pelot, of Hawaii; a sister, Linda J. Heiser, of Baltimore; nieces Brenda Sue Miller, Cathy J. Basilone and Shelise Hagen, all of Baltimore, and Dee Maltese, of South Carolina; a nephew, Roger Morton, of Baltimore; and his father's second wife, Laura Elizabeth "Mom" Shultz, of Baltimore. He was predeceased by a sister, Arline Mascetti. A memorial gathering and cremation service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be sent to your local hospice. Sign this guest book online at www.carrollcountytimes.com.