Karl A. Shultz
Karl A. Shultz, aged 65, passed away unexpectedly with his wife
Minda, by his side, the afternoon of August 09th, while in St. Rose
Dominican Hospital in Henderson, NV, after a brief illness.
Karl was born in Toledo, Ohio to Charles and Virginia Shultz on
September 11, 1951. After graduating from Whitmer Senior High
School, Toledo, Ohio in 1969. Karl enlisted in the United States
Marine Corps. He made a career proudly serving our country for
20 years. He retired as a Master Sargent on November 4, 1989
as an Aviation Maintenance Chief.
While stationed in the Philippines, he met the love of his life, Minda, (Raymunda Olano)of San Luis Capul, Samar, Philippines. He and Minda were married July 27, 1973 in Toledo, Ohio. They had been happily married for 44 years at the time of his passing. Karl loved his family above all else. His greatest joy was found in spending time with his grandchildren, and he and Minda made visiting with them a top priority. Karl also loved spending time with life-long friends, traveling, watching movies and hanging out with other veterans at Johnny Macks in Henderson, NV. He loved life and lived it to the fullest. Karl had a big heart and touched many with his kindness and generosity throughout his short life.
A loving husband, brother, grandfather, and friend, Karl will be sadly and greatly missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Minda Shultz, sister, Vicki Feit, (Elliot), son, Karl A. Shultz, Jr., daughter, Rachel A. Hicks, grandchildren Aidyn, Kaison, Taylor, Kiyani, Ehtan, Erin, Ariyah and Joey and his nieces, nephews and cousins.
Family and friends may visit from 2:00 to 6:00 on Thursday, 08/17/17 at La Paloma, 5450 Stephanie Street, Las Vegas, NV 89122.
Services and burial will be on 08/18/17 at 10:40 at Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 1900 Veterans Memorial Drive, Boulder City, NV 89005. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Wounded Warriors Project. Please view and sign the guest registry at www.lapalomafuneralservices.com