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Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on September 15, 2025, at the age of 89. Bill was a dedicated and skilled craftsman. He worked for over 35 years as a carpenter for Clark and Granger before retiring as a superintendent for Christman Construction Company. One of Bill's greatest projects was the restoration of our State Capital in Lansing. He took great pride in his work, not just in the buildings he helped create, but in the many things he built for those he loved including our cherished family home which he built in 1973. Bill had a deep appreciation for the simple pleasures in life. Whether it was the perfect drive on the golf course or the satisfaction of a perfectly mowed lawn. He was a dedicated member of St. Mary's Catholic Church and a proud member of the Knights of Columbus for over 30 years. Above all else, Bill was a devoted husband. Loving father and loyal friend. The love of his life, Ginny, was by his side for 67 years. They were best friends, and she was his unwavering companion standing by his side through every joy and challenge, including his recent medical issues.
Bill is survived by his beloved wife, Ginny Shooltz; daughter, Julie (Nate) Harmon; Patrick Shooltz; grandchildren, Auburn Rivera, Tara Cataline, Cassidy, Cami, Gabe and Sean Shooltz; great grandchildren, Harper Rose and Elliott Duane. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alwin and Ruby (Aldridge) Shooltz; brother, Doug Shooltz; sisters, June Madden, Elaine Wallace, and son, Michael Lee Shooltz.
A Funeral Mass will be held 11 am Friday September 19, 2025, at St Mary's Catholic Church, 807 St. Mary Blvd., Charlotte, MI 48813 with visitation taking place one hour prior to the service. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church or Eaton Community Palliative Care, 2675 Cochran Rd. Charlotte, MI 48813. Arrangements were entrusted to the Mills Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. To leave condolences for the family please visit our website, www.millsfuneral.com.
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