Obituaries

June 22, 1934 to December 24, 2024

Bob Schultz

ROYAL CENTER - Robert E. Schultz, 90, of Francesville passed away at 10:25 a.m., Tuesday, Dec. 24, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital in Winamac.

Born on June 22, 1934 in Winamac, he was the son of the late Roy and Marguerite (Lebo) Schultz. He was a 1952 Pulaski High School graduate. He married Marcella Ann Hartwick in 1954, and she preceded him in death in 1957. He later married Peggy Goble in 1959, and she preceded him in death in 2015.

Survivors include his children John (Susie) Schultz of Francesville, Debra “Debbie” (Dave) Koebcke of Yorktown, Amy (Randy) Anliker of Francesville and Sally Schultz of Winamac; sister Della Wall of Winamac; sister-in-law Becky Tiede of Francesville; grandchildren Travis (Cami) Koebcke, Heather (Tom) Leman, Candace Anliker, Paige Anliker, Casey Schultz and Chelsea Schultz. Also great-grandchildren Kaden Koebcke, Karina Koebcke, Ruthy Leman, Bennett Leman, Lucia Leman and Cordelia Leman.

Mr. Schultz retired from Cooperative Elevator in Francesville. He enjoyed fishing, woodworking and taking care of his yard and garden.

The funeral service will be at 12 noon, Monday, Dec. 30, at the Francesville First Christian Church, Francesville with Pastor Jim Ketchen officiating. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Francesville First Christian Church in memory of Mr. Schultz.

His online guestbook and condolences may be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Rans Funeral Homes, Royal Center.