Kathleen Elizabeth "Kate" Schulz

Kathleen Elizabeth "Kate" Schulz obituary, Lisle, IL

Kathleen Elizabeth "Kate" Schulz

Kathleen Schulz Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 31, 2024.
Kathleen Elizabeth Schulz (née Magee), affectionately known as Kate, passed away on July 29, 2024, at the age of 89, in Lisle, Illinois. Born on April 13, 1935, in Yerington, Nevada, Kate lived a life marked by her sharp intelligence, wit, and profound kindness.

Kate graduated from Manogue High. Kate went on to spend two years at Dominican College, San Rafael and two years at the convent before pursuing higher education at the University of California, Berkeley. Her professional life was deeply rooted in Nevada, where she contributed significantly to the state archives and the University of Nevada in the ecology evolution conservation biology department. Kate also worked alongside her husband at the family-owned Donald Schulz CPA firm.

A devout Catholic, Kate was a member of Saint Teresa of Avila in Carson City, Nevada, and Our Lady of Tahoe Catholic Church. After moving to Illinois, she also attended services at Villa St. Benedict in Lisle. Kate was a devout and loving wife to Donald married September 12, 1959 till his passing . Along with her marriage and family, her passions included hiking the Sierra range, gardening, environmental conservation, and reading. These hobbies reflected her love for nature and her continuous pursuit of knowledge.

She is survived by her daughter, Margaret (Steve) Loh and son, Martin (Bev). Kate was a cherished grandmother to Eric, Roman, Brittany, John, Kendall, McKinzie, and Keith, and a loving great-grandmother to Abigail, Brooklyn, Anna, Eve, Vivian, Roman, Elizabeth, Declan, Thomas, Cade, and Baby Atlas. Her husband, Donald Schulz, Brother, Walter Magee, George Magee, Thomas Magee, and sister, Maureen Cann all preceded her in death.

Friends and family are invited to a Funeral Mass in honor of Kate on Monday, August 5th, at 12:00 PM at Saint Teresa of Avila, Carson City, NV. A luncheon will follow at Red's Old 395 Grill. A burial service is tentatively scheduled for October 17, at Lone Mountain Cemetery, Carson City, NV.

Kate's life was a testament to her strong moral foundations and her profound impact on her family and community will not be forgotten.

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Abby Speron

August 1, 2024

My first memory of grandma kate is going to granny and papas house to celebrate christmas and grandma watching us make gingerbread houses

Beverly Schulz

August 1, 2024

Dear Kate,

We will all miss you. I especially cherished the times we spent at home here in Illinois. I will always remember your funny repetitive sayings.

One of my favorites was, "Trust me, my first husband did," and another was, "Modesty is overrated."

I believe you lived a beautiful life. I am so grateful for the wonderful young man you raised, who has turned out to be an amazing husband. I also see my future in him; it gives me comfort knowing I´ll be taken care of because not many men can do that. He is truly special.

We will both miss you dearly. I´ll always treasure the moments when you couldn´t remember something. Martin would ask you, "Mom, what do you always remember?" and you would always smile back and say, "That I´m loved."

Your love and spirit will always be a part of us.

Love you always,

Bev

Carol Sirovatka

July 31, 2024

Hi. I met Kate when Bev got engaged to Marty. She was so sweet & seemed to really enjoy interacting with our young children. I happened to be in California when her grandchildren were visiting her in Lake Tahoe . She invited us for the day. She served us lunch & dinner & encouraged us to enjoy the lake. We stayed much later than we planned because she & her husband were such gracious hosts. I loved spending time with her over the years at various events. She will be missed! I´m so happy she got a chance to see so many great-children. I´m sure she´s holding Baby Atlas now before his birth.

Mark Quinlan

July 31, 2024

My memories of Kate are many and her kindness is forever imprinted in my heart. May she rest in peace in God´s loving hands for all eternity.
Mark Quinlan

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