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Tom Smith DDS
March 4, 2015
Mr. Schultz was my Algebra teacher, a Great man!
Tom Smith, DDS
George Esser
March 3, 2015
He was the BEST High school teacher I ever had! I'm sorry for your loss.
Skip Causey
March 2, 2015
Mr. Shultz was my favorite teacher and made math fun (yes, math!). He would teach with humor and always looked for the best in every student. He is the first example I bring up about what a great teacher should be.
John Johnson
March 1, 2015
Coach Schultz was one of the men, along with other SC coaches who influenced me enough to want to walk in their footsteps and become a coach. 40 years of working with high school students was all that I anticipated...thanks Coach for showing me the way.
Keli Rodgers
February 28, 2015
So sorry to hear this. He was a great teacher--always smiling and so patient when I asked him to explain it again--which happened a lot.
Shauna Smith
February 27, 2015
Mr. Schulz was a great teacher and his class was truly fun. One of the best memories of high school. SOH-CAH-TOA!
Shirley Smith-Stallard
February 26, 2015
Barbara, memories from the past (it doesn't seem that long ago), my sincere sympathy, Skip was "one of the good guys" always. God Bless you & your family, and give you strength for the days ahead, remember the good times.
"Smitty", from the '53 cheering squad at Smith-Cotton.
Ed Turner
February 26, 2015
Coach Schulz was a great mentor in my life. I was blessed to know him and his loving family. I will never forget his leadership and upbeat spirit. I am thankful for his memory that lives today, through the thousands of lives he touched. This heartfelt poem embodies my fondest memories of Skip My life shall touch a dozen lives before this day is done, leave countless marks of good or ill, err sets the evening sun. This the wish I always wish, the prayer I always pray, Lord, let my life help other lives it touches by the way."
Randy Kidwell
February 26, 2015
Very sorry for your loss. I have great memories of coach Schulz during my years playing high school baseball, he was a great coach and a positive role model for all.
Dennis Cooper
February 26, 2015
I wish I had Skip for some math classes. I did benefit from his ability to combine the arts with athletics. He sculpted a cast for my broken thumb so after missing 3 games I could play football my senior year .
Scott Holloway
February 26, 2015
What an amazing legacy he leaves. He touched so many lives and his influence and inspiration will never be forgotten. He was one of the people that always meant "Sedalia" to me. Keeping his wonderful wife and beautiful daughters in my thoughts and prayers.
dalnita holland
February 26, 2015
What a mentor, who loved life to the fullest.
gary greenwood
February 26, 2015
Stephanie, I'm so sorry for your loss. Coach Schultz was a great role model for all the students who were lucky enough to be taught by him. I will always remember his passion. Whether it was baseball or math, you could tell he loved influencing the lives of others.
February 25, 2015
Stephanie
We are praying for piece and comfort for you and your family.
Jack & Mindy Shull
Paul Kirby
February 25, 2015
Coach Schulz had the ability to hold your attention as a teacher or a coach. Love the memories. He will be missed.
Bret Pummill
February 25, 2015
Stephanie and family, the world has lost a great man whose influence reached far beyond the classroom and baseball field. I will always remember the encouragement Coach constantly offered in "say you will" and "bow your neck." You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Nancy Cable
February 25, 2015
Stacey, my heartfelt sympathies to you and your family. Your father's life was an inspiration. It was a privilege to know him as a teacher and as my best friend's dad.
Todd & Lea Ann Throckmorton
February 25, 2015
Coach Schulz was always there to give that helping hand to his students and players. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Steve Gerlecz
February 25, 2015
Coach Schulz had the ability to always see the best in each of his students and players, and encouraged us strive for excellence in both the classroom and on the field. He expected no less of himself. A fine person and great coach.
Juanita Gerke
February 25, 2015
Barbara: So sorry to hear of your loss! May you and your girls and their families be blessed with the memories of a great husband, father, grandfather, teacher and wonderful guy who is loved by all who know him.
Jim Johnson
February 25, 2015
I may not remember the importance of theorems and axioms from 1962 Geometry class, but I will never forget the imprint Coach Schultz had on my life, the lives of my teammates, and others who knew him. May we all find comfort in knowing His love, His comfort and peace; and celebrate Coach's new eternal home. "...and in Him all things hold together." (Col 1:17b)
Amy, Jordan & Logan Dey
February 25, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
February 25, 2015
Barbara, I am in Mexico and cannot personally offer you my condolences, but please accept them across the miles as heartfelt and sincere. We have miss you guys at bridge for a long time, but we remember you both fondly as part of our group. Best regards,
Harry Satterwhite
Ben Hopkins
February 24, 2015
We send out love & blessing's to the family, GOD BLESS YOU ALL IN JESUS NAME AMEN
Charlotte Curry
February 24, 2015
Heaven will have a new ball player on its all star team. So many students over the years were lucky to have his words of wisdom & encouragement. That will be his legacy and will live within all of us!
Rheta J. Smith
February 24, 2015
It is always too soon. It is always so sad. We will remember Mr. Schulz for his positive influence on our family. He was math teacher for four Smith "kids". He coached my daughter in track, in robust competition to Mr. Schulz's own daughter -- a double inspiration. His legacy is his admirable family as well as hundreds of his students.
Gary Eck
February 24, 2015
I wish to express my deepest condolences to the Shultz family. Coach Shultz was a big part of my high school days. An excellent geometry teacher and a great varsity baseball coach. He will always hold a special place in my memories.
February 24, 2015
So sorry to hear about this. Thinking of you, Barb and family.
Brenda Baust
February 24, 2015
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to you Barbara and your family during your recent loss.
Andy McKee
February 24, 2015
So sorry to hear of his passing; he was one of my favorite coaches; always had a smile and a positive word for everybody.
David Wolf
February 24, 2015
Mr. Schulz was a great math teacher who gave me a strong foundation to go on to get my degree in engineering. He is one of my more memorable high school teachers and he was a good neighbor in Hunters Ridge. You will be missed. For all who had Mr. Schulz for trig you will probably remember SOH, CAH, TOA.
Gene and Barbara Williams
February 24, 2015
Skip - A wonderful friend since boyhood,a man of so many amazing talents that I, along with his vast legion of friends,have truly admired over the years. We'll miss
and remember Skip, a remarkable person. Rest In Peace, our friend.
To Barb and family, Skip's true earthly blessing, our sincere condolences as we send our love and prayers.
Lucy Tompkin
February 24, 2015
Dear Schultz family,
Please know that Skip's wonderful math teaching remains a warm memory for this former student (SC class 1971) to this day. What a nice guy! You were blessed, and so were we, his students. He made a difference in this world. My sincere sympathy to all of you. May good memories bring you comfort during this sad time. Sincerely, Lucy
Bruce Smith
February 24, 2015
I took two math classes with Mr. Schulz back in the '80s. In particular, I remember the Quests he gave us: special brain-stretching problems we had the whole quarter to solve. More importantly, having become a teacher myself, I appreciate his intelligence and his ability to blend humor and gentleness.
Les and Iris Duke
February 24, 2015
Barbara and family. So sorry to hear about Skip. Praying for peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Matthew Menefee
February 24, 2015
One of the best teachers I ever had. He made geometry understandable to me. Sad to see he has passed.
Dennis McFarland
February 24, 2015
"Coach " was truly one of the most influential teachers and coaches at Smith-Cotton. He not only was a teacher, he was also a great motivator in my 4 years under him. So sorry for your loss.
Mark and Pamela
February 24, 2015
All the Schultz's were close and amazing friends to our Thomas family. Skip was my brother's and my coach at Smith Cotton and treasure my memories of playing dozens of rounds of golf with Skip. My heart goes out to Barbara and the girls. Heaven is gaining a great teacher, baseball player and friend. God Bless him.
Rick & Luci McRoy
February 24, 2015
Our prayers are with you. Skip was a fine coach and friend.
Debbie Tray
February 24, 2015
My deepest condolences to you and your family. He was a wonderful coach and teacher.
Kim Schroeder
February 24, 2015
Dear Barbara, Stephanie, Stacey, Sarah and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Skip's passing. He was a truly wonderful man in every way and he was blessed to have you as his family. Nothing was more important to him than you.
We are sending much love and many prayers.
Kim, Kevin, Kate, Kelsey and Cameron Schroeder
Gerald and Betty Holman
February 24, 2015
Barbara and family, Thinking of you.
Michael Cooper
February 24, 2015
Our family will be praying for the Schultz family as they cope with this loss. Those of us who were blessed to know him as a teacher and coach will continue to fondly remember him and his service for others.
Suzanne Sims Franklin
February 24, 2015
I was in Mr Schulz's geometry class when he started teaching at Smith-Cotton. I really enjoyed his class and learned a lot. My girlfriend's and I thought it was so romantic when he and Barbara became engaged. So sorry for your loss but he lived a great life!
Chuck and Sherry Kempton
February 24, 2015
Our deepest sympathy Barbara and family. We have such fond memories of Skip, as you do. May Gods healing hands surround you and give you peace.
Jeannie Braswell
February 24, 2015
My deepest sympathies on Skip's passing. Prayers are with you, Barbara and your family. May you feel God's arms wrapped around you during this loss; and bring you peace that Skip is now with our Father in Heaven.
Steve & Karla Hall
February 24, 2015
Coach certainly had a little grit in his crawl' (whistle, whistle!) and will be sorely missed!
With our deepest sympathies.
April Knapp-Hendricks
February 24, 2015
My deepest sympathy, praying for your family.
Kevin J. Menefee
February 24, 2015
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
February 24, 2015
Barbara and daughters, as not only a former student but a family friend I send my prayers and Love. He was one of a kind.
Donna Lucchesi
February 24, 2015
He was one of a kind, truly a memorable teacher and a positive influence on so many.
Tim Curry
February 24, 2015
We are so sorry for the loss of Coach, and send our prayers to his family and friends. He was always well loved by students and ball players. May he have the best team ever in heaven. The Curry's
George Williams
February 24, 2015
Coach Schulz was a tremendous influence on me. His life and coaching philosophy were the best role model I could have had. You were a great man, Coach.
Casey Ditton
February 24, 2015
The best teacher and coach Smith Cotton ever had.
Dawn Bolling
February 24, 2015
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of a wonderful high school teacher. He will be missed.
Jim Schmitt
February 23, 2015
Sorry to hear of Skip's passing. I played Legion baseball with him..RIP My friend.
Robert Vansel
February 23, 2015
Mr. Schulz was one of the best teachers I have ever had the honor of having. Great educator. S-C class of 1992. He will be missed.
Dorothy Schroder
February 23, 2015
Barbara and family, my deepest sympathy for your loss.
Andrew Azan
February 23, 2015
Barbara and family, I'm sorry for your loss. Mr. Schulz (Skip) was a master motivator to his students and he truly cared for them. He was an inspiration to many .... His legacy lives on.
My deepest condolences.
February 23, 2015
Barbara and family, I was so sorry to hear about "Coach." He was always Coach to me and he taught me so much. He taught me geometry, which I use all the time. I would never have guessed that then. But more importantly he taught me how to be a decent human being. My sincere condolences.
Sharon (Grother) Reque
February 23, 2015
Skip was one of the best teachers I had at Smith Cotton! He always had a smile and challenged us to be our best whether that be in class or on the field! He will be missed!
Scott Goodwin
February 23, 2015
Coach Schulz was an outstanding teacher who took pride in his relationships he forged with his students. He made a tough subject less intimidating. He was also a fantastic coach who was able to make the most out of all his athletes. He was one who made Smirh Cotton a great place to learn. He will be missed
Dana Routszong Hutchinson
February 23, 2015
So sorry to hear about Coach Schulz. Many thoughts and prayers for his family.
jim Schmitt
February 23, 2015
Skip,it was great playing on the Legion baseball team with you. God bless,
Liz Gillett Nangle
February 23, 2015
Mr. Schulz was such a sweet and funny math teacher! I was truly blessed to know him and he truly touched my heart and life! God bless and my condolences! Such a great legacy!
Rick Rodewald
February 23, 2015
My Prayers are with you all. I had Skip as a Coach and a Teacher. He was a Great Man. But Most of All he was a Great Teacher. I enjoyed his classes. He was be missed deeply.
Jamie Tyroler
February 23, 2015
He managed to make trigonometry and pre-calculus enjoyable - something that I found out was very rare in college. He's been a positive influence on many people.
February 23, 2015
Heaven just received a very great man. He will be truly missed. May his family find Peace.
Dan Pahlow. (Lacey, WA)
Chris Chapman
February 23, 2015
Barbara and family -- my deepest condolences to you. Skip was a wonderful, wonderful man, teacher, coach and friend. He will be missed by many, but remembered as always smiling.
1977
BEN HARRIS
February 23, 2015
Always respected the COACH, even though I never had the privilege of being on any of his teams. I remember him from church, and from High school.
So very happy to read about all of his achievements in life, and proud to have known him. RIP coach. The world has once again lost a great Father, husband, teacher, and mentor!
Godspeed!
Ben, Louie, Rufus, and Joy Harris!
sandi (opfer) lutjen
February 23, 2015
Rest in peace
February 23, 2015
Sending prayers! So blessed to know Skip! Kathy Beykirch
Daniel Knievel
February 23, 2015
I am Deeply Hurt. Coach Schutz taught a rage tag group
of boys from 9-12 grade to a competetive 7-3 team. God Bless this Great Man
Beth Montes
February 23, 2015
Barbara and family, I'm so very sorry to hear this. He was one of my favorite teachers when I was at Smith-Cotton, and I loved getting to know him better as an adult.
Katy Maness
February 23, 2015
Skip was also a marvelous father. I remember ice skating on the Liberty Park pond and watching him play with his daughters and keep the fire stoked for all of us. He was a terrific person. The world is a little dimmer for his loss.
Becky Munson
February 23, 2015
He was one of my favorite teachers and a great individual. We are sorry he is gone. Our thoughts are with you.
Susan Kenney-Huhn
February 23, 2015
Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time
Joetta Vansell - Mark
February 23, 2015
As you have probably heard hundreds, if not thousands, of times, Mr. Schultz was an amazing educator. He challenged us to learn and push ourselves with his "quests". I am so sorry for your loss. We will miss him.
Sylvia Klein Hobdy
February 23, 2015
So many wonderful memories of Mr. Schulz, all of our collective favorite teacher. He was an inspiration for me to become a teacher, and to use mathematics in every way possible. He was a fabulous person, and so personable to every one of us. Bless you "Skip" in your journey now beyond life. You are well loved, and well missed.
Best always, Sylvia Klein Hobdy
Kay Faubion
February 23, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss...Coach was a wonderful person...Kay (Lukacs) Faubion
Dick McQuitty
February 23, 2015
Sending condolences to the family. Skip was a dedicated coach and teacher that influenced so many of us.
Pete Healey
February 23, 2015
Coach "Skip" was without a doubt my favorite teacher! Such a passionate, inspirational leader, he had a way of applying his math lessons to real life experiences; it made you appreciate the application of math to real life. (I'll forever remember the final test that - if you got the graphing formulas correct, you drew Snoopy on his doghouse in full Red Barron outfit, I didn't do so well on that test, but I did LEARN!) Such a gentle and caring man. The world is so blessed to have had you. RIP Coach, only wish I'd had the talent to play on your teams.
norris & peggy kelley
February 23, 2015
Barbara and
Barbara and family,
May your hearts be filled with all the wonderful memories of the joyful times
you spent together as you celebrate Skip's life. Our memories cover over 50 years of knowing him.
Love,
Norris and Peggy
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