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1934
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2024
John Schulte Obituary
A loving family man, he is survived by his wife of 68 years, Donna-his sister Harriet-his six children, Linda, John Jr., Brenda, Judy, Ronda and Candy- and 15 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren.
John served in the US Air Force as an Airman, First Class, in Korea, and had been a resident of the Veteran's Home in Yountville, CA, since October of 2022.
He will be dearly missed by many family members and friends, as he had spent his life serving his country, providing and caring for his family, and contributing actively and faithfully to the needs of his church as a member of 30+ years.
Rest In Peace, 'Big John'!
A memorial service will be held on August 11, 2024, at 3pm at Hopewell Baptist Church, located at 3755 Linda Vista Ave., Napa, CA.
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for John Schulte
Candy Schulte
September 16, 2024
Papa, I'm so grateful for the bazillion things you taught me - from car mechanics to plumbing to faithfulness and everything in between. You are already greatly missed and I can't wait to see you again soon! Love you so much,
Candy
Joe Geremia
August 13, 2024
Donna and Judy, I'm so sorry for your loss. He sounds like a great guy, I wish I would have known him. Our prayers go out to you and your family. Joe and Cheryl Geremia
Karen Gurnari
August 13, 2024
I attended services at Hopewell Baptist Church, with Mr. Schulte. He was a very kind man, always had a beautiful smile for everybody! Mr. Schulte, fly with the angels... Your absence will definitely be felt by many.
Sandra Reyes
August 12, 2024
I wish I had a photo or the words to describe all Bro. Schulte means to me and my siblings as he was a sergeant grandfather to us in his own way. He was a strong, loving, God honoring man, he was a great example of a real man, a man of God and sincere person. I will never forget him for all he did, was and meant to me and then my children and all those he invested in known or unknown for the Lords glory. Thanks for loving me and mine and being an example that pointed to Christ. With all my love amd prayers of comfort to the family
Lindsey Hansen
August 11, 2024
I remember when I first met Bro Schulte, he refused to shake my hand because of the dress I had worn. The following week, or maybe next, I wore a shawl over my dress and he finally shook my hand. He immediately told me I was raised properly as I shook his hand like I meant it and looked him in the eye (Vietnam veteran daughter). What an incredible man, so thankful I knew him. He will be missed immensely. My prayers and love to his family.
Judy Schulte
August 11, 2024
Hey Big Feller!
So glad you´re with the Lord, and no longer suffering!
We did not start out on the best of terms when I was young-probably because we were so much alike!
I´m so happy that we got beyond all that and ended up with a great friendship!
Rest In Peace, Papa
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