Marlys Mae Schultz

Marlys Mae Schultz

June 6, 1932 – July 5, 2025

Marlys Mae Schultz, born Marlys Mae Burt in Utica, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025, at the age of 93. She was the eldest of twelve children born to Evelyn and Marvin Burt, both of whom preceded her in death.

In 1949, Marlys married William “Bill” Schultz, and together they built a life on a farm near Altura, Minnesota, where she lived for the rest of her life. Though she held many jobs outside the home throughout the years, her heart remained on the farm—raising chickens, tending to her large garden, and enjoying the peaceful rhythm of country life.

Marlys was a devoted mother of eight children. She was preceded in death by her husband Bill in 1994 and by two sons, Bill and Bob.

She is survived by six children: Julie Gibbs (Henry), Joni Schultz (Jim Schaefer), Susie Mitchell (Cam), Mary Kreidermacher (Paul), Rosey Jones (Tim), and Tim Schultz (Lonnie). She was a proud grandmother to 13 grandchildren: Michelle Marxhausen, Hollie Neitzke, Mike Gibbs, Heather LaTorre, Hiddie Stromberg, Hilery Horton, Haley Wojahn, Heath Kreidermacher, Hunter Kreidermacher, Adam Kreidermacher, Sam Kreidermacher, Tiffany Jones, and Andy Schultz. She is also lovingly remembered by her many great-grandchildren.

Marlys is survived by four of her siblings: Kay Sorenson, Linda Duellman, Pat Patzner, and Jim Burt. She was preceded in death by seven siblings: Dorothy Bronner, Donald Burt, Shirley Spitzer, Merlin Burt, Roger Burt, Judy Sanders, and John Burt.

Those who knew Marlys will remember her as a quiet, kind-hearted woman whose gentle presence left a lasting impression. She was well liked by all who worked with her, and her life was a reflection of patience, humility, and unwavering love for her family and the land she called home.

Private services will be held for Marlys.