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H.E. Schulz Obituary
SCHULZ, 88
WINTER HAVEN - H.E. "Bert" Schulz, 88, passed away 12/18/09 of heart failure.
Bert Schulz co-founded the Florida Molasses Corp with his father in 1942 which became Florida Chemical Company. He was a pioneer in Florida's Citrus Industry and his dedication can be seen worldwide throughout the industry in his production and marketing of products made from citrus oils. Bert was inducted into the Citrus Hall of Fame in 2003. Bert served in WWII as a Navy Lieutenant on the USS Wm.C.Cole navel destroyer escort in the South Pacific. He received a B.S. in Biology from the University of Florida in 1942 where he studied under Archie Carr. Bert was a lifetime friend of Ross Allen and an avid outdoor man all his life. He was an Eagle Scout in 1935 and Founder of Camp Wildwood for the Girl Scouts in the early 1960's. Bert was a member of the Sierra Club, Audobon Society, Rotary Club and various citrus organizations. In 2009, he was inducted into the Polk county Public School Hall of Fame.
He is preceded in death by Dr. Richard Schulz. He is survived by wife of 52 years, Helene P. Schulz - Winter Haven; son, Paul (Carole Ann) Schulz - Winter Haven; daughters: Carla Schulz (Marvin) Hardy - Orlando; Laura (Dave) Bourne - Ashville, N.C. and Beth H. Schulz - Ashville, N.C.; brother, Kenneth Schulz - Winter Haven; sister, Drew Schulz - Hendersonville, N.C.; sister-in-law, Dr. Sara Schulz - Marianna and 6 grandchildren.
Visitation Tues, Dec. 22nd from 5-7pm at the First Presbyterian Church. Service at 11 am Wed, Dec. 23rd at First Presbyterian Church in Winter Haven. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Grace Medical Home Inc. - Orlando, FL; Boys & Girls Scout of America.
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Marita Rodriguez
January 5, 2010
Last night I learned about Mr. Schulz passing away.
I am very sorry. I am honored to have known him through my friendship with Carla.
Mr. Schulz was a brilliant man; more importantly, he was a caring, gracious and loving man.
When I think of him I recall his chuckle when he would listen to one of Mrs. Schulz' witty observations, the respect that he showed his children, and how generous he was with his time and his talent.
My fondest memory of him is when he patiently explained to me, an inquisitive college kid, the magical process of converting citrus peel oil into cleaning solutions. :)
I remember most of all the twinkle in his eye when he talked to his wife or with Paul, Carla, Beth and Laura. You are in my prayers. love, Marita
Allison Mook
December 27, 2009
So sorry for your loss of such a sincere and caring man. May all of your wonderful memories of time spent with him fill your hearts and bring you peace.
Allison (Ray) Mook
The Earley Family
December 23, 2009
To the Schulz (and Hardy) family~we wish you our prayers, comfort and peace during your time of loss.
Jean-Paul Muller
December 22, 2009
Most sincere condolences to all our friends in Bert's family.Bert was an exceptional person who has deeply touched our lives with his remarkable example.He will be dearly missed.
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December 21, 2009
We will always remember the first time that Bert and Helene came to Knoxville to meet us, and their gracious hospitality when we came to Florida for Carla and Marvin's wedding. We will be with you in spirit and prayer during this sad time. Love, Hugh & Barbara McWilliams
Charles Chilton
December 21, 2009
Dear Helene:
My sincerest sympathy to you and your family. Bert will be greatly missed by all. He was a pleasure to know.
David and Robin Reichert
December 21, 2009
Helene,
Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel. We are thinking of you during this difficult time.
Mickey Wright
December 21, 2009
Dearest Helene and family,
I am so saddened to hear of Mr. Bert's passing. I always loved hearing about the way that he would come home for lunch with Helene each day. I wish you peace and comfort during such a difficult loss. Hopefully the reassurance that he has claimed his new body and is sitting by God's side watching over you always is some comfort. You are all in my thoughts and prayers!
Mickey Wright, Girls Inc of Winter Haven
Tara Bartholomew
December 21, 2009
Dear Mrs Schulz, Beth, Paul, Carla, Laura, and family.
You each are so often in my thoughts and memories of a lifelong family friendship. May you find peace during this time of loss from this season of Advent. And, may all of the wonderful memories of life with Bert/your Dad bring you happiness.
The best story I remember about Mr. Schulz/your Dad was when my Uncle Vernon visited from Australia and voiced to Mr. Schulz/your Dad his regret of not having yet seen a Florida Aligator - to which Mr. Schulz/your Dad responded by putting on a headlamp (it was night for God's sake!) and walked out back to the lake and plucked one out of the water!
Thanks to Bert/your Dad - and each of you - for being a friend to my family.
With Love,
Tara Bartholomew
Christine (Anderson) Zimmerman
December 20, 2009
Dearest Schulz Family -- You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I feel blessed to have had the honor of knowing Bert and seeing what an amazing part of your family he was.
Toni and Paul Jarvis
December 20, 2009
I was blessed to be able to visit Great Uncle Bert just before Thanksgiving this year. He smiled, asked how we were doing and told us he was very glad we came to visit. I'm glad I was able to visit as well. He was a very brillant man, whom I enjoyed talking and visiting with every summer of my childhood.
Jill Lovett
December 20, 2009
To the Schulz family - it is with the deepest sympathy that I grieve with you. Having known Bert for so long, I know that you have suffered a great loss. I pray that the Lord's comfort and peace will be with you in the days to come.
Nancy Bourne
December 20, 2009
Several months after Dave and Laura married, Bert paid me one of the greatest compliments of my life when he said in his quiet and gentle way, "Thank you for your son." I could reciprocate with "Thank you for your Laura." Just recently I was able to tell him how much I am enjoying my friendship with his daughter Beth who has moved close to us in Asheville.
Norman Wilson
December 20, 2009
Helene,
Suzanne and I extend to you and your family our personal sympathy upon your loss.
Norman W Wilson, PhD
Steve Schulz
December 20, 2009
It was about three years ago when I was visiting my Aunt and Uncle for a Christmas Eve family gathering.
We sat and talk for a good while and I left, but return to get my jacket.
I walk into the living room and over heard Bert speaking to Beth his oldest daughter.
I taken by his tenderness.
Beth traveled very far and wasn't too sure she would make it.
He told her :"Beth we are glad you are here and we love you very much."
Then embraced her with a loving bear hug.
Well, Bert..."We were glad you were here and we love you very much."
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