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Patricia Carranza
March 22, 2019
It's hard to believe it's been 15 years since you ceased to be here in the flesh with us Stefan, however you live in my heart and in my memories always and forever. Fritz has become a fine young man and I see you in him every day. Thank you for our son. He's the greatest gift! I miss your eyes, your voice, your kindness, and your music my love...
Hernan Tasies
January 7, 2018
Was thinking of my friends past and gone and Stefan came into my thoughts. An accomplished talent, but always willing to play and learn from musicians of all levels which spoke of his humility and graciousness.
Johnny Cavazos
August 30, 2007
My dear friend, I'm sitting here reflecting on so many great times we shared. I still find myself wanting to call to meet for lunch, hang, jam, or just say wassup? It was an honor to know you, and share music, on stage, and in the Studio,or your Mom's living room. Today I raise my glass to the day you came into this world. I love and miss ya much.
Michael Kuntz
January 27, 2007
Stefan was a friend in grade school. We lost touch and I just recently was looking him up when I found this out. I am saddened and reminded of what a kind, sincere person Stefan was. To his family and loved ones: my sincerest condolences.
Patricia Carranza
August 30, 2006
My Beloved Stefan,
You are forever in my daily thoughts and I feel you close to my heart, but specially on dates such as today. It's bitter-sweet to not have you here with us today to celebrate your 30th birthday.
Fritz is now acting out and reciting Inigo Montoya's lines from "The Princess Bride" with Al as they sword fight. Margie reminds him of the lines whenever he forgets.You would be so proud! My dear Wesley..."death cannot stop true love....only delay it for a while". Loving you always!
Your Patty
Arlin Tart
January 19, 2006
I have just learned of Stef's untimely death. I was friends with Stef at Berklee and hung out with him regularly. We lost touch shortly after he left Boston. I think about him often. He was a great person as well as a brilliant musician. My condolences to his loved ones...
misty warren
September 1, 2005
man, i think about you all the time and wanna tell you things. things like, ali shaheed muhammad djs in the neighborhood now; i wish you could go with me. or, i'm gonna see nora and bob at a party tonight. i put some recordings of you and bob on my itunes last week. it makes me real happy to listen to you play. you live on in my heart, and it feels so good to know how many other hearts are your home too. you were always there for me, and still are. nothin but love for you stefan, and your beautiful family.
Tim Ruiz
August 31, 2005
Steph, you are always missed. There are many things that always remind me that you were once here. Tons of great moments, gigs....happy times. I still feel like you are with us.
Lucia tschen
August 31, 2005
The other day i ran accross an old print of blue mountains Stef did in highschool dedicated to me with patty in mind..hehe. Always so sweet (and easy to spot), willing to say hi amongst any and all chaos. I appreciated your charm and friendship and will always remember this and your forever youthful baby face.
Stefan Schultz AKA Wesley Watts
Giancarlo Caffarena
August 31, 2005
I didn't know why but I was thinking about you a lot today, Stef. Then I realized it's because today is your birthday, August 30th. Man, we had some crazy gigs together. I always had fun playing with you on guitar AND drums as well. I miss you and will always remember you and your mind-blowing guitar-playing. We'll play again someday on the other side. Until then, watch over us, especially Fritz.
Patricia Carranza
August 30, 2005
My Darling Stef,
I miss celebrating your birthdays. They were always so much fun and full of life. You mostly lived a beautiful and harmonious life. Today, your birthday, I wish you eternal love, peace,truth, and beauty. All these gifts you gave to me and continue to give in the life of our son Fritz. We love you and miss you every day. You are in our daily prayers and keep you in our hearts and memories. Until we meet again.
Your Patty and Fritz
Cara Anderson
January 10, 2005
Stefan, you were and always will be amazing. I won't forget your charm, wit and incredible talent. You touched so many peoples lives in the most beautiful ways. We will always remember you and keep you in our hearts.
Many wishes and all my love to Patty and Fritz.
travis foster
August 7, 2004
Stef,
I love you, bro. Playing music will never be the same again. I think about you all the time. The Evil Twinz was the best band I've ever been in. You were always so generous and you taught me so much.
I love you and miss you.
Your friend,
Travis
Sam Douglas
July 24, 2004
To all of Stefan's friends and family, I'm very sorry to hear of your loss, and I send my condolences. I went to middle school with Stefan, and I just heard about his loss from an old friend. I also lived around the corner from Stefan, and I can remember him coming over to my house every once in a while, picking up my guitar or bass and completely blowing me away with his musicianship when we were 13 or 14 years old. I didn't keep in touch with Stefan after middle school, but I would hear from people now and then that he had become a very accomplished musician. I'll have to find an album of his. I'm very sorry to hear of his passing. Take care everyone.
Patty and Fritz Schultz
June 20, 2004
Fritz loves you caterpillar. Missing you today and everyday.
Janek Gwizdala
April 14, 2004
Words cannot come close to desribing the loss I feel in Stefan's death. Knowing I can't pick up the phone and speak to him as I did the day before he passed away tears me apart. His musical talant and, in my opinion, genius are an immense loss to the global music community. My thoughts are with his family and friends as we mourn the loss of a great human being.
Misty Warren
April 8, 2004
Stefan's soul was saturated with music and laughter. With it, he was so generous and touched so many of us with his original, brilliance. Listening to him play was exhilirating, and his smile was infectious. I miss my friend. My heart goes out to his whole family.
Mark Simmons
March 30, 2004
To the Schultz family I would like to start by saying I will miss Stefan very very much. I will continue to pray for you and your family for I do know what it is like to loose someone very special. Do know that GOD will wipe away all your tears and give you peace.
Love you both Mr and Mrs. Schultz.
Emily Hurd
March 30, 2004
Beautiful music was played for Stefan last night as many musicians joined in with the Trade. His picture propped up in front reminded us of his presence in the music and among his friends. I went to middle school with Stefan, and then after about ten years, started seeing his face and hearing his music around town. I remember his smile from the last time I saw him play. I am deeply saddened.
Renee Illian
March 29, 2004
I've known stefan ever since i've been alive. He was my brothers best friend and he used to jam with adam and all the old neighborhood kids. Every day with out fail i would hear he drums coming from the upstair of his house. I really never thought or considered the idea that they would stop beating. He was undoubtable one of, if not the best jazz/ anything-eles-he-tryed-to-play musicians in Houston. I know Fritz will know what i most exellent guy his dad was, and pretty soon i'll probly here the drums again. I'm so sorry you guys, if there's anything i can do to help just ask and its done. My thoughts are with you guys.
Friday Foy
March 28, 2004
You have received the greatest gift of all time...the gift of eternal peace!
Joseph O'Dea
March 27, 2004
As a personal friend of Stefan's since those PVA days, I want to express my deepest sympathy to his family and loved ones. Stefan's gift on the guitar was recognized by many, but what I will miss most is his kind heart and his ability to make me laugh. Upon his return from Berkeley to Houston, I would meet with him on occasion. He always surprised me with the names of people he has jammed or recorded with. Always, we would talk about his boy, Fritz, whom he loved dearly.
I will miss you, Stefan.
Vanessa Acker
March 27, 2004
I went to 'PVA with Stefan and always admired his talent and ability to put those around him at ease with his sense of humor and smile. I'm sorry I lost touch with him after all of these years. My prayers are with his family and loved ones.
Brandon Lee
March 27, 2004
Growing up as a musician in Houston, it was kind of impossible not to have played with Stefan. He was the only guitarist-out of every guitarist I have played with-that mastered the style of accompanying horn players and vocalist with no other rhythm section involved. He had a very strong since of rhythm and was always deep in the groove of whatever tune he was playing. His eagerness to play was always there, and it showed through his music: particularly when he was improvising. The last few times I played with Stefan, he created so much energy and intensity, I remember feeling like I needed to rise to the level of intensity that he was putting forth. While playing with Stefan, he was a constant inspiration to us all.
No matter what Stefan was going through he never gave up his passion for music, and I am blessed to have had the priviledge to know and play with such a wonderful person.
The Shultz family is in my prayers.
Sincerely,
BLEE
Andrew Landry
March 26, 2004
I went to PVA with him. he was a great musician and a great performer. he added a great energy to any room he was in. i watched him play every chance i got, which was a lot.
his intensity and devotion to his art still inspires me and i'm truly sad that he's gone.
Missy Gartner
March 26, 2004
I first met Stef in 1994 when I worked at Kahn's deli. He was one of those people that you know is special the moment you lay eyes on them. When the topic of Stef would come up in conversation, Mike would always scream, "He's a musical prodigy!" When I worked at The Black Labrador I got to hear Stef play upstairs at Cezanne all the time. After he finished a set he would come down and chat with me about old times...he was always so thoughtful, and he adored the extended family which resides on that small corner block of Rice Blvd. This has always made him even more special in my eyes. I'll miss Stef with all my heart.
Michael Wyatt
March 26, 2004
Stefan's talent and passion for music was truely awesome. He'll be deeply missed by many friends and fans but never forgotten. My thoughts go out to his family.
Billye Edwards
March 26, 2004
Often times we don't understand why God chooses to call His angels home, when he does. However, we must trust in Him in all that we encounter in our lives here on earth. Stefan was indeed one of God's many angels, and if our Father wants him home, then so be it. Let us not forget to rejoice in Stef's memory & the musical legacy he left behind. Our hearts will grieve, but let us be glad he is resting peacefully in the loving bosom of God.
Jon Faro
March 26, 2004
I played in a group with Stephan back in high school for a little over a year. I had such a great time playing with Stef, and even more fun hanging out at his house, talking with his folks, meeting his friends, going to concerts with him, etc. Stefan had a genuine sincerity and directness that seemed to draw people to him, plus he was a monster of a musician! Just before my junior year, my parents and I moved to kansas city, and I lost touch with all of the great people I had met while in Houston, Stefan included. That was almost ten years ago, and I’ve often thought back and fondly remembered the great times we had. Since I really hadn’t spoken with Stefan over the past few years, I had no real idea that he’d been so ill, just what I’d heard through another mutual friend. I thought without a doubt that Stefan would lick the addiction and return to the guy I knew in high school who was capable of accomplishing anything. I never knew the Stefan that battled dependency and mental illness, but I’ll never forget the Stefan I did know and love. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
Ryan Delahoussaye
March 26, 2004
I knew Stefan in High School. He was a great musician and friend. He came to a show of mine and I hadn't seen him in years. It was good to see him. We chatted for awhile and he stayed for the concert. After the show we hung out and talked and that was the last I saw of him. I wish I could have spent more time catching up. He will be missed dearly at the HSPVA 10yr reunion. My deepest regards to his family. I didn't know he had a son. May he find truth and happiness from the stories about his father. God bless.
Rozina Lee
March 26, 2004
I met Stefan through my sons, Daleton and Brandon. I think we were at a jazz concert. I don't think I've ever heard anyone play so melodic on the guitar. The last time I heard him play was in Galveston. Brandon hired him to do a gig with him before he went off to college. He was so quiet and humble, but his music spoke volumes. My prayers go out to his parents and family. He will be greatly missed by the Lees.
Kevin Jackson
March 26, 2004
I have only know Stefan for a couple of years, but it was a great honor and experience to be around him. My prayers go to him and his family.
Carmen Duque
March 26, 2004
To Mr. an Mrs. Schultz
We pray that the lord gives you the strength and support you need to heal your suffering for the loss of your beloved son Stefan. Our family developed a treasured friendship with Stefan when he was just 15 yrs old. Your son will always be in our hearts and in our prayers. Let him rest in peace and be placed in God's loving hands. Our family offers our most sincere sympathy to you, His precious son Fritz and Patty
Carmen Duque
Therese Wyatt
March 26, 2004
My son, Franklin Henderson, attended HSPVA with Stefan and kept in touch with him when both attended college on the East Coast. When I called him to tell him of your and the world's tragic lost he was deeply saddened.His first staement was that Stefan was a kind, gentle soul and a very talented musician. But please take comfort in knowing that our prayers are with your family. Heaven has gained another gentle angel to watch over Stefan's son and the remainder of his earthly family.
Clyde Adams II
March 26, 2004
I want to send my regards to Stefan's family. I am glad that I had the opportunity to attend HSPVA with him playing in the same Combo. Then to return home from college and still get a chance to play with Stefan and get to know him. He was truly gifted.
Rosie Murphy
March 26, 2004
My deepest sympathies are with your family. Your family will be in my heart and in my mind, as well as in my prayers.
Stefan will always be a beautifully talented person.
Nick Cooper
March 26, 2004
Another great Houston musician gone. Stefan's contributions to Free Radicals and to the music community of Houston and elsewhere has been much appreciated. He will be missed and those of us who never knew how much he was suffering will regret not reaching out more to him.
Derrick James
March 26, 2004
Man...what can I say? Stefan meant a lot to me musically. I began playing with him on a regular basis at the Bronx Bar (the Bronx Bar All-Stars) and grew to know him not only as a musician but as a friend and a kind-spirited person. He was a musical genius indeed, always giving of himself to show me and others the trueness in music. I will greatly miss him and never part with the red Tama drumset I bought from him as well as the music recordings we made together. May God be with the family and Stefan's soul!
- Derrick James, drums
yvette manzano
March 26, 2004
My thoughts and prayers go to the shultz family sorry for your lose. My prayers also go to his beautiful son Fritz and my friend Patty. May GOD help you through this tragedy.
Love always Yvette Manzano
gary mayes
March 26, 2004
just like Chad stated in his written post (WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!) i would just like to send my love u's & god bless u's to the Shultz Family. i had the pleasure of doin' a few sessions with stefan & it was a great experience. i'll deeply miss him but i understand god know's best. Be bless Shultz Family from Gary & Michara Mayes and Family............
Ashley Willrich
March 25, 2004
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family especially with Patty, Fritz and her family. We were so sad to hear this tragic news. From all I have ever heard of Stefan, it is apparent that his heart was full of love for all of you.
Love,
Ashley and Juan
Penny Patton
March 25, 2004
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Schultz family, Patricia, and of course little Fritz. I didn't know Stefan very well but what I did know was that he was a great person w/ a good heart and a very talented musician w/ a lot of soul. He would have been a great father to his son. I can only hope that one day his son will know what a great father he had.
my sympathy,
Penny, Rigo, and Nayeli
Mike Kahn
March 25, 2004
I first met Stef through his dad, Al, almost 20 years ago. They always ordered the same thing-a bratwurst reuben on an egg roll. Through our friendship, I quickly realized what an amazing musician, as well as a great kid he was. At the age of 13, Stef was kind enough to let the old guys jam with him. We even named our band,"Seeded Rye" and it was told we could be heard all the way down at Kinko's! He was so immensely talented and yet so humble. His spirit will always be a part of the Deli. I will miss his presence. I loved him dearly.
STEFANO GERMINALE
March 25, 2004
MY SINCEREST CONDOLENCES TO THE SCHULTZ FAMILY AND TO PATTY AND HER SON FRITZ!
Anthony Sapp
March 25, 2004
I was blessed to be able to play numerous gigs with Stefan, and I will never forget his gentle spirit and monster chops... What a great loss to the local music community and the world. You will be greatly missed. I'm sure you're cracking em up with your hilarious Chuck Mangione stories up there... Prayers to the family.
amanda allen
March 25, 2004
Tuesday night when I heard my mother's voice I knew something was terribly wrong. It was... Her very first nephew, Stefan, was gone. I wish I could say that I knew him all of his life but, he did know me all of mine. I am his 19 year old cousin, whom has been terribly saddened by this awful tragedy. The last time I saw Stefan was over the Thanksgiving holidays at his parents house in Houston for our family gathering.
I have known vicariously of Stefan's illness, addiction, for quite some time now, the 5th grade to be exact, and though I never actually got the chance to have a serious conversation with him about his behaviors or the motives behind them, I only regret now that I didn't. 8 long years have passed that I have known of Stefan having an 'addiction' but I feel a void in me not knowing what it was that he felt, and not knowing what it was that ached in him. I will miss him so much, even that of him that screamed to be sedated. But in good faith, I know that part of him has been set free.
Now, I can only look into little Fritz's big beautiful eyes to see my cousin that I have felt with me now every day that has passed...
Though I have not met any of his friends, aquaintences, or mate Patty, being a member of his family of Stefan's I am closer to you than you may think... Mard and Al-- you are so much more than my aunt and uncle. I cherish so much of your hard work and ethics, as well as your love and closeness that means so much to Hailey, Ryan and me. Stefan was so lucky to have the both of you. He will never leave you. If we can just take it one day at a time, we can only get closer and closer to him.
He will live through the music, the life of his son, and all of us.
Loving Stefan always,
Amanda Michelle A.
Ana Speight
March 25, 2004
This is such a tragic loss for anyone who either knew Stefan as a talented musician or gentle soul. my constant prayers go out to Stefan and his beautiful family.
Jane Blackstone
March 25, 2004
I did not know Stefan personally but remember hearing him play a few years ago at Cezanne with other HSPVA players. It was apparent that he was blessed with musical genius. Our thoughts are with both his biological and musical families. Know that you were blessed to have shared life with him.
Cab Gilbreath
March 25, 2004
I was so sorry to learn of Stefan's death. The Schultz Family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Cindy Saunders Buggs
March 25, 2004
Al and Marjorie-
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. To loose a child is unimaginable.
stephan badreau
March 25, 2004
From the first time I heard him play I was amazed at so much talent at such a young age. It is a big loss for the houston jazz community
Andy Moran
March 25, 2004
On behalf of the Moran family, we would like to extend prayers and love to the Schultz family. Stefan was a wonderful young man, he performed masterfully many times in my home with my son Jason,and his music colleagues. I remember how he was always so polite and gracious to my wife and I, upon seeing him years later after high school he was just as beautiful. We thank God for the immeasurable talent which he bestowed upon Stefan, as we listen to his music today, we can continue to share the spirit and enthusiasm of Stefan.
Joe LoCascio
March 25, 2004
I will never forget the 12 year old we used to babysit at the Blue Moon as he sat riveted to the bandstand, absorbing, learning. It seems like only yesterday. I'll miss you, Stef.
Dana Rogers
March 25, 2004
Prayers for peace to Stefan's survivors. We will always be in loving remembrance. Until we meet again, Stefan!
Alex Rodriguez
March 25, 2004
What a shocker :-(
He was a very kind and awesome person/musician
My condolences to his family
Summer Hodgkins
March 25, 2004
To Stefan's family: I'm so sorry for your loss. At last Stefan is at peace and no longer has to struggle with his illness and addictions. I'm confident he is playing music for the Lord now!
Kat Castro
March 25, 2004
He was something special...and he'll be so missed. My love, thoughts and prayers are with all of his family and friends.
Tucker Knight
March 25, 2004
This is such a tragedy for a fine young man that I have known nearly my whole life. I know he was very talented and loved his music. I wish I could have been there for him to help through his struggles. My heart goes out to his family.
Mia Monroe
March 25, 2004
Its hard for me to put in to words my thoughts about this loss. I was one of Stefan's classmates at PVA. We played together in the jazz ensambles and I had always admired him for his enourmous talent, musicianship, and sense of humor. I only wish that Fritz could have known how truly cool his daddy was. My heart and prayers are with the family. We must not forget his music...
Erica Marlin
March 25, 2004
I feel honored to have known Stefan for 14 years. He was a genius as well as a gentle soul. He will be missed dearly. May God bless and keep his family during this trying time.
Heather Willrich
March 25, 2004
As one of Patty's friends and as Fritz's godmother, I had the opportunity to spend time with Stefan over many years. He was such a kind person, and the love that he had for Patty and Fritz was so obvious, even as he struggled with his illness and addiction. And his enormous talent as a musician never failed to amaze me, no matter how often I heard him play. He will be greatly missed, and my thoughts are with those who love him so dearly.
Stephanie Willrich Pennell
March 25, 2004
Stef did try so hard and he will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you, whom he loved so much.
-Stephanie & Kevin Pennell
Chad Brawley
March 25, 2004
Wow........ I went to HSPVA with Stefan... The music world has lost one of it's greatest. Not only was he a great musician - he was a humanitarian...
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