Obituary

James W. Schultz, Sr., 82, of Enon Valley, died peacefully in his home on Friday, February 23, 2024.

Born on November 19, 1941, in Youngstown, Ohio, he was the son of the late Lyman and Mary Jane (VanKirk) Schultz.

Jim retired from the Laborer’s Local #833, following 30 years of service.  He was known as the “neighborhood mechanic” as he loved working on cars and racing…even though he didn’t like to go fast. He always looked forward to Friday breakfast with Jimmy, family, and friends at Lance’s.

In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his wife, Rosina Marie (Swart) Schultz; 8 brothers; and 4 sisters; and his canine companion, Buddy.

He is survived by his children, James (Sarah) Schultz Jr., Darin Schultz, Tracy Schultz, and Lisa (Gary) Gailey; grandchildren, Kyia, Jeremy, Ciara, Camryn, and Bradyn Schultz, and Tyler Coleman; great-grandchildren, Anieli Rose and Sophia; a sister, Shirley Wooley; his canine companion, Shawna; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Friends will be received on Thursday, February 29^th from 2-4PM & 6-8PM in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., Chippewa Twp., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls.

A funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Friday, March 1^st, at 11AM.

Interment will be in Little Beaver Cemetery.

The family would like to thank Sarah, Leah, Amanda and Danene from Vitas Hospice for their care and support for Jim.