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William Schulz Obituary

SCHULZ, William "Wild Bill" 76, of St. Petersburg, died on Aug. 10th at his residence and under the loving care of his wife, family and Suncoast Hospice. He was born in Mt. Pleasant, NY, the son of the late Helmuth W. and Helen LoParco Schulz, and attended and graduated from schools in White Plains. Bill served in the Air Force during the Korean War, and made his home in Scarsdale, NY before moving to St. Petersburg in 1973. He owned and operated the popular Wild Bill's Pizzaria and Ristaurante in Largo for many years. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Elaine, of St. Petersburg; three daughters, Laura Joyce of Somerdale, NJ, Elena Leombruno of St. Petersburg and Patty Edgar of Palm Harbor; his son, William A. of St. Petersburg; eight grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated from Transfiguration Catholic Church, 4000 43rd St. N., St. Petersburg, on Thursday, Aug. 13th at 10 am, with public visitation at 9:30. Should friends desire, donations may be made to Suncoast Hospice, 5771 Roosevelt Blvd., Clearwater, FL 33760 in Wild Bill's memory. Veterans Funeral Care 524-9202

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on Aug. 12, 2009.

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Elaine Schulz

September 4, 2009

To my wonderful and caring family:
Thank you for being by my side. Your father is very proud of how all of you are right next to me.I love you all very much. I am proud and lucky to have children like you.

Elaine Schulz

September 4, 2009

To My Friends;
Thank You for being there in our time of sorrow We appreciate your kindness and your prasyers.

Mike&Pam Morris

August 19, 2009

Elaine and family...
Our thoughts and prayers for all of you thru this time and Bill will be so missed and he was so loved.He has touched so many lives and will continue to with us in our memories.Mike had so much respect and good times with Bill and he surely misses him so much.We are greatful for the friendship we have had for many years.may God be with you and your family.with love thoughts and prayers...Mike & Pam Morris

August 18, 2009

Aunt Elaine,
Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this time. We will miss Uncle Bill and all of the fun times we had with him. It was great to see everyone again, we really miss all of you! WE LOVE YOU!!
Mark, Karen, Andrew, Amanda and Ali

AMY @ DR. KAMATHS OFFICE

August 17, 2009

TO THE SCHULZ FAMILY, OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL. BILL WILL BE MISSED BY A GREAT MANY PEOPLE. HE HAS TRUELY TOUCHED SO MANY HEARTS. RIP BILL.

Elena (Schulz) Leombruno

August 14, 2009

Mom,as the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of our family and friends. We are here for you Mom. Love,Elena

Alexander Leombruno

August 13, 2009

You will be missed greatly, love you and always will pop!

Rodney& Valencia Liburd

August 13, 2009

To the Schulz family,Our hearts and condolences goes out to you all.

August 13, 2009

Aunt Elaine,
Please accept our condolences on the passing of Uncle Bill. We understand the pain that goes along with losing someone so special and so loving. May all the wonderful memories and funny stories get you through the tough times.
Peace and God Bless,
Carole (Lutte) and Dave Hendricks

Megan Ann

August 13, 2009

I will always be remeber you as a wonderful loving family man. May you Rest in Peace.

Bambi Kardos

August 13, 2009

Aunt Elaine, I am so sorry to hear about Uncle Bill's passing. I will always remember his giant smile and great personality. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Linda Bethards

August 12, 2009

Rest in peace. I will miss Bill very much. My heart goes to all of you. If you need anything please let me know.

Danette Kuzel

August 12, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with each family member. May the many memories and happy days help you get through this difficult time.

JoAnn Stoy

August 12, 2009

Thoughts & prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. May God give you peace & comfort.

Fatima Begzadic

August 12, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Fatima Begzadic & Family

Emily Frazier

August 12, 2009

My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family, he was a very loving and caring man. Rest in peace Bill, you will be missed.

Mark Griffith

August 12, 2009

We'll always miss you Pop!

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