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James F. Schultz

  • June 1, 1938 - January 4, 2011
  • Rolling Prairie, Indiana
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“SORRY for the loss of a "ONE OF A KIND" person. I took care of 'Jalapeno Jim's' hearing aids. I have NEVER seen him come in to see me when he didn't...Read More » ”
1 of 14 | Posted by: Sean Norris - Mishawaka, IN

“Ive know Jim for 2 years. I met him through Rolling lodge 291. In those two years he became one of my very good friends. I will miss him greatly. ”
2 of 14 | Posted by: Blake Boardman - Laporte, IN

“Our deepest sympathy in your loss. We have many happy memories of Jim. Olive Chapter No. 396 is saddened by the loss of one of our Past Patrons. ...Read More » ”
3 of 14 | Posted by: Gwen & Mickey Holley - Rensselaer, IN

“Jamie ,Kimberly,Marcie and Bret We are very sorry to hear about your dad. Mel called us and we were praying for a healing. This is not the healing...Read More » ”
4 of 14 | Posted by: Roy and Donna Horne - arcadia, FL

“Jamie, Kim, Marcie, & Brett So sorry to hear about your dad's death. Although I can't be with you, you are in my prayers. Love Kay ”
5 of 14 | Posted by: Loretta Howard - Amboy, IN

“He was a very gentle, kind, loving, and loyal friend to those fortunate enough to call him theirs. A void which can never be filled is now left by...Read More » ”
6 of 14 | Posted by: Lynn E. Lisarelli - La Porte, IN

“You be came a big part of my families lifes when we need you most. We are greatful for the time we had with you.Jim will be terrabley missed in my...Read More » ”
7 of 14 | Posted by: carrie murphy - Rolling Prairie, IN

“Uncle Jim you were loved dearly and will be greatly missed. To my cousins: I know we don't get to see each other that often but I love and miss you...Read More » ”
8 of 14 | Posted by: Donna (monkey) - Nappanee, IN

“You will always be in our hearts and will be missed tremendously. We love you uncle Jim. ”
9 of 14 | Posted by: Jennifer Whitaker - Michigan City, IN

“My prayers are with the children of my beloved brother inlaw.I will miss him alot. ”
10 of 14 | Posted by: kay schultz - kingsford hts., IN

“I am so sorry for your loss. My condolences to the entire family. with love Tammy Groendyke ”
11 of 14 | Posted by: Tammy Groendyke - New Carlisle, IN

“I am so sorry for your loss. My condolences to the entire family. with love, Joanna ”
12 of 14 | Posted by: Joanna Clindaniel - Wanatah, IN

“im grateful i had you in my life. we love you and will miss you. ”
13 of 14 | Posted by: michelle(mouse) - parrottsville, TN

“we love you uncle jim and you will be and always will be loved and missed. ”
14 of 14 | Posted by: Brian Whitaker - Laporte, IN


James F. Schultz, 72, of Rolling Prairie, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at LaPorte Hospital. He was born June 1, 1938 in La Porte, Indiana, the son of Victor "Pikey" Schultz and Loretta (Hensel) Schultz. James lived most of his life in the LaPorte, area. James was an electrician for US Steel for thirty years and also worked at Chicagoland Steel for five years. He was a member of Rolling Prairie Masonic Lodge, and Rolling Prairie Order of Eastern Star. James was a Veteran of the US Army Green Berets with the 101st Airborne Division. He is survived by his three daughters - Jamella (Michael) Monroe, Kim (Brian) Warne, Marcy (Mark Moss) Waldo; one son - Brett (Angie) Schultz; eight grandchildren - Joseph Waldo, Kristina Waldo, Jason Warne, Joshua Waldo, Hannah Schultz, Haley Schultz, Brayton Schultz and Samuel Schultz; two great-grandchildren - Emily Waldo, Jayden Owen; nine sisters and brothers, Barb Struss, June Wood, Jackie Canon, Alice Proud, Wilberta Wood, Victor Schultz, Patty Bell, Ronnie Schultz, and Richard Schultz. James was preceded in death by his parents and sisters and brothers, Betty Reese, Robert Schultz, Alberta Naegel, Judy Herrington, and Jerry Schultz. Arrangements are being handled by Haverstock Funeral Home, 602 Maple Ave., LaPorte, Ind. where the family will receive friends Friday, January 7, 2011 from 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm & Saturday, January 8, 2011 from 10:00 am - until time of service. An Order of Eastern Star service will be held at 6:30 pm on Friday and a Masonic Lodge service at 7:00 pm on Friday. Services will be held at Haverstock Funeral Home, Inc., Saturday January 8, 2011 at 11:00 AM with Pastor Dan Allen officiating. Cremation will follow. Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army of LaPorte 3240 Monroe St. La Porte, IN 46350.