"I don't think there was ever a time that I didn't see Brad with a smile on his face and I don't think Mark Janssen has a high school memory where Brad isn't a part of it! You all have our deepest sympathies!"
In loving memory of
Bradley D. Schultz
February 21, 1958 - July 4, 2017
Bradley Duane Schultz was born February 21, 1958, at Denison, Iowa, the son of Milford and Delores Schultz. He passed away Tuesday, July 4, 2017, at the Crawford County Memorial Hospital in Denison, Iowa, at the age of fifty-nine.
Brad was baptized in Christ March 23, 1958, and confirmed March 26, 1972, both at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Schleswig. He grew up on the farm near Schleswig and received his education in the Schleswig Community Schools graduating from Schleswig High School with the Class of 1976 and continued his education at Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, Missouri graduating in 1980. He was united in marriage to Judith Coffman July 26, 1980, at St. James Lutheran Church in Kansas City, Missouri, and they moved back to the Schleswig area to farm. The couple was blessed with the birth of three sons, Kyle, Kellen and Tanner. Brad and Judy moved into Schleswig in 2009, but continued to have an active role in the farming operation.
Having a sincere Christian faith, being a life-long member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, he was a devoted and loving husband and father. Brad enjoyed working on the farm, NASCAR, and races in Denison. He especially enjoyed sports including participating in golf, slow pitch softball and Sunday basketball games with friends, watching his children’s sporting events.
Brad was preceded in death by his grandparents and his father, Milford. Survivors include: his mother, Delores; his wife, Judy; three sons, Kyle and his fianc, Megan; Kellen and his wife, Anna, and Tanner; two sisters, Sherry and her husband, Phil, and Sheila; other relatives and friends.
Tributes
"May God wrap his loving arms around you tightly during this difficult time. Brad was truly a wonderful man & will be greatly missed by many."
"Lit a candle in memory of Bradley D. Schultz"
"Lit a candle in memory of Bradley D. Schultz"
"Lit a candle in memory of Bradley D. Schultz"
"Lit a candle in memory of Bradley D. Schultz"
"Lit a candle in memory of Bradley D. Schultz"
"Sorry to hear the news, you all have our our sympathy.. Dick and Jo"
"Judy, Delores and families, My sympathies to everyone as you grieve the loss of a husband, son and father. From reading the tributes about Brad, I can see that he left a great impact on many. He also made their lives better because of his positive attitude. That was a gift to many. He is now at peace with his father plus other family members. You can be comforted by the memories of him. God's blessings to you. Susan Rossow"
"Judy and family, We are so sorry to hear of Brad's passing. What a great guy! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Linda and Dave Sunderman"
"I was so sorry to hear about Brad's passing. He was special and I will always remember his smile. May you all be surrounded by love and support during this difficult time."
"Judy and family, I am so very sorry to hear about Brad. My thoughts are with you and my deepest sympathy to the entire family."
"I'll never forget Brad for being kind enough to walk me through two proms. He is a true gentlemen and his sweet smile will carry on through his wife & their boys, forevermore. Barbara Schmidt/ Rothfolk"
"Judy and boys - We were so sorry to hear about Brad. Keeping all of you in our prayers."
"Judy - so sorry for your loss. Am thinking and praying for you and the boys. Sorry I couldn't attend funeral with Phil. Those Delta Sig memories are the best he will be missed!!"
"Dear Judy and Family, I am deeply saddened by the news of your loss. I pray that God will give you strength during this difficult time. Please know you have my sincerest condolences."
"My heartfelt sympathy to Brad s family. When I think of Brad, I always remember that wonderful smile! A true gentleman and blessing to all who had the privilege of knowing him."
"We will certainly miss Brad. May he rest with our Lord in paradise till we meet again. Lord give Peace to Judy, the boys and his mom Delores at this time of heartache. Many PRAYERS for the days, weeks, months and years ahead without this wonderful person by their side. Brad is a memory away. He touched so many of us with his kindness. Daryl & Barb"
"ED Thanks for being a silent leader to me in High School and later on playing pickup basketball in the Schleswig park and Merchants softball! Great memories that I will always remember. GOD bless Judy and the boys and like your Dad a good man taken way too soon! Our Condolences! Bucks, Kathy and Kids Clausen!"
"Oh so so sorry. I have lots of heart warming memories of Brad "Ed" at SHS. Glad I got to see him in June at church. He always made time to say Hi. I will miss his smile. Rest in peace in heaven with many loved ones."
"So so sorry for your loss. You're all in my thoughts and prayers!"
"Thinking of you Judy and family May God wrap you in his loving arms and bring you peace and strength. With sympathy, Kevin and Ann Klein."
"My families thoughts and prayers are with Brad's entire family during this difficult time."
"Yep, always smiling! I did not know Brad well, but I remember what a good sport he was and how much fun he had at Halloween! God's Blessings to you all!"
"Brad was a wonderful person and will be missed by many. Thoughts and prayers to the family."
"So sad that it takes times like this to help you realize how blessed we are to have had friends like Brad in your life. God granted me a few hours to share with him how much he has meant to my life and the lessons he has taught me along the way by just being Brad! His joy for life, his competitive spirit, his love and pride for his family. Your spirit lives on in all you have touched. You have made your mark. I pray that we can all do the same."
"My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. He was a terrific person and will be missed by many. Sincere condolences to all."
"There are no words to adequately describe what a wonderful person Brad was. He was never seen without a smile, always had a kind word to share, was always willing to help anyone in need and pitched in wherever he was needed. He is now in Heaven with his Dad who was also a wonderful, caring man. We can find comfort in knowing that we will see him again when we reach our real home in Heaven. May God grant you eternal peace and fill your hearts with enough room to hold all the wonderful memories that you have of your beloved Brad. God Bless and Keep you always. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during the difficult days ahead. Loren and Janice Jepsen"
"My sympathies to your family, may God wrap his arms around you in this difficult time. Love, Theresa Sheer"
"Our sympathy to you all Wayne and Ina Mae Bliesmann"
"May you find comfort and peace in the support of friends and family and the memories of Brad during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you."