"So sorry to hear of Gerald\'s death. He and Peg were very good to me and my kids in a time of need. They had very kind hearts. He\'s at peace now. Will miss you. Pam Kasperbauer Houston "
In loving memory of
Gerald Leo Schulte
May 12, 1939 - April 2, 2021
Visitation will be from 5 PM to 7 PM on Wednesday, April 7, 2021, at Ohde Funeral Home in Manning. A Prayer Service will be held at 7 PM, followed by a Rosary.
Mass Of The Christian Burial will be Thursday, April 8, 2021 at 10:30 AM at Sacred Heart Church, Manning, Iowa
Celebrant is Reverend Randy Schon
Music "Here I Am, Lord" "On Eagle's Wings" "Amazing Grace" "What A Friend We Have in Jesus" Anne Muhlbauer, Organist
Honorary Bearers are Gerald's Grandchildren
Interment at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Manning, Iowa
Gerald Leo Schulte, son of Edgar and Elva (Ludwig) Schulte, was born May 12, 1939, in Carroll, Iowa. The oldest of 12 children, Gerald grew up on the family farm north of Breda. He graduated from St. Bernard's High School in 1957. For a short time, Gerald worked at Farner-Bocken in Carroll and in Des Moines as a claims adjuster. He then attended barber college in Sioux City and apprenticed in Glidden and Halbur.
On August 20, 1960, Gerald was united in marriage with Margaret Ann "Peg" Neil at St.'s Peter and Paul in Carroll. Three children were born to this marriage. The family made their home in Manning where he purchased the Jensen Barbershop in 1961. Gerald operated Schulte Barbershop until June of 2017 when Alzheimers Disease forced him to retire. He then moved to Sunnybrook in Carroll until November of 2020 when he became a resident of Manning Senior Living.
Gerald was a member of Sacred Heart Parish in Manning and the Chamber of Commerce. He also served as a boy scout leader and was a member of the Catholic Order of Foresters. Those who sat in his barber chair, would certainly recall his fondness for camping, boating, skiing, fishing in Canada, working on cars, and spending time with his family.
On Good Friday, April 2, 2021, Gerald passed away at Accura Healthcare of Manning at the age of 81 years, 10 months and 21 days.
Gerald was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters Shirley Ann Schulte and Linda Pierce; a brother John Schulte; a brother-in-law James (Judy) Neil; and a sister-in-law Peg Miltner; Peg's parents George and Agnes Neil.
He is survived by his wife Peg Schulte of Manning; three children: Dean (Janet) Schulte of Creston; Ken (Sherry) Schulte of Maryville, Missouri; and Debra (Louis) Rickers of Underwood; 9 grandchildren: Alison (Casey) Anderson, Nick (Diana Sims) Schulte, Jessica (Gary) Zimmerman, Rachael Schulte & Ronan Yaacov, Suede Sanders, Benjaman (Melanie) Rickers, Katelyn Rickers, Justin (Emma) Rickers, and Emily Rickers; 4 great-grandchildren: Alexzander and Catherine Anderson, Amelia Zimmerman, and Addison Rickers; his siblings: Robert (Janice) Schulte of Urbandale; Mary (Orville) Eich of Elk Horn, Nebraska; Wayne Schulte of Omaha; Eldon Schulte of Colorado Springs, Colorado; Jim (Sue) Schulte of San Diego, California; Steve (Peg) Schulte of Crystal Rock, Colorado; LouAnn (Dennis) Vulgamott of Jewell; and Sharon (Dan) Snyder of Breda; three brothers-in-law: John (Betty) Neil of Omaha; Joe Neil of Manning; and George (Joni) Neil of Fort Collins, Colorado; and by numerous nieces and nephews.
Tributes
"Peggy and Family, I am very sorry to hear about your loss. I got to know Gerald at Sunnybrook of carroll. He liked going out to help assist me as and others in the garden, with the flowers, or just enjoy the sunshine outside. He liked going on on outtngs such as going to storm lake to a museum, to Denison for ice cream and to Yellowsmoke to look around and to Manning. He really liked the outing he helped plan for a date with his beloved wife Peggy, he picked her out Flowers with my assistance at hy vee and he went on a dinner date with Peg and another couple of friends. He was so delighted about this!! He enjoyed playing cards and listening to music. He even assisted a few of the ladies cooking and nakiy blankets for the babies at St.Anthony hospital. I will remember his smile and great character?? May he rest in peace and may the Lord be watchful during this different time. Gerald I\'m glad to have met you ??"
"Gerald was my barber for several years..He was always telling me of his family. He was so proud of his children. Swell guy and missed by many who knew him. May you find peace and comfort while remaining the good times."
"Peg and family, you have my deepest sympathy. Jerry was a good guy! Having four boys, I called him often for haircuts. 653-2856. I will always remember his number and his kindness. One time he called me at work to make sure Jake could get a \"bowl cut\" (back in the 90s!) before he cut his hair."