Robert “Bob” C. Schultz
September 17, 1942 -
December 6, 2017
US Veteran
Robert C. “Bob” Schultz, age 75 of Kenosha passed away at his residence on Wednesday, December 6, 2017, with his loving wife by his side.
Born in Kenosha on September 17, 1942, he was the son of the late Charles and Irene (nee: Thomsen) Schultz.
From August, 1964 until his honorable discharge in July, 1966, he served in the U.S. Army 101st Airborne Division during the Vietnam War.
On April 22, 1972 in Kenosha, he was united in marriage to Bonnie (nee: Hansen) Siegal.
Bob was employed in the IT Department for 32 years with Jockey International until his retirement.
He was a member of the Danish Brotherhood Lodge #14 in Kenosha and the Kenosha Moose Lodge #286; and played on their golf leagues. Bob enjoyed the time spent socializing with friends. He was a member of the Northside Happy Hour Social Club years ago where many laughs and great memories were made. He enjoyed Friday nights at Tina’s Somers Inn and Monday’s happy hour at Norms So Seldom Inn. Bob was an avid bowler, golfer and hunter. Bob‘s favorite spot for deer hunting was in Boulder Junction and Eagle River, and pheasant hunting on Washington Island and Bong Recreation Center. He loved traveling and spending time in Mesa, AZ in the winter. Bob was a huge Packer and Badger fan.
Bob will be remembered by his loving wife of 45 years, Bonnie Schultz; his children, Jeff (Cassie) Siegal of Utrecht, The Netherlands, Scott (Patti) Siegal and Tracy (Rich) Beltoya both of Kenosha; his grandchildren, Andrew Beltoya of Kenosha, Stephanie Thomas of Vancouver, WA, Michelle Siegal of Portland, OR, Dana Siegal, Jackson Beltoya and Dean Siegal all of Kenosha; and his great-grandchildren, Ellie, Maddie and Emery Thomas and Grayson Beltoya.
He is further survived by his siblings, Terry (Debbie) Schultz of Richland, WA and Karen (Jim) Wierzbecki of Kenosha; his sisters-in-law, Sandra Horton and Cheryl (Eddie) Jankowski both of Kenosha; several nieces, nephews and numerous other relatives and many friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his in-laws, Dean and Bernice Hansen; and a grandson, R.J. Beltoya.
Service Info
A Memorial Service honoring Bob’s life will be held on Saturday, December 9, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. at the Piasecki-Althaus Funeral Home, 3720 39th Ave., Kenosha, WI. Full military honors will follow the service.
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Carol PerattBonnie, so sorry for your loss. Mike and I are in Florida. Sorry we couldn't be there. We were shocked to hear about Bob. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family! He will be greatly missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Mike and Carol Peratt.
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Tom and Ronnie MaurerBonnie, Tom and I are so sorry to hear about Bobs passing.our thoughts and prayers are with you. Tom and Ronnie Maurer
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Joanne & Gary GonyeaBonnie, our thoughts are with you. We are so very sorry about the passing of Bob. You're in our prayers. Joanne & Gary Gonyea Class of '62
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Kathy van duynSo sorry Bonnie and family. He was one of a kind and a good man. We will miss him. I can't be with you at the funeral cuz I'm in Arizona but you will be in my thoughts and prayers
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Jerry and Sue VerweyWe are very grateful to have spent time with Bob and his family at the wedding of our granddaughter this past summer -- those memories will be cherished. Our family offers their deepest sympathy to all the Schultzes', the Siegal's and the Beltoya's. Bob will always be missed and never forgotten.
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Pat BraunI am so sorry for your loss. Bob was a very special man, I will never forget his contagious smile and laugh. Hugs
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Joyce RaschMy shock and grief overwhelmed me this morning when I learned of your passing my dear friend. My deepest condolences to Bonnie, Tracy and the entire family. So many fond memories of you will forever be in my heart. So many laughs! So many good times, but I will never forget that you and Bonnie were there for me even during the sad times, the tough times in life. Thank you for being my friend and thank you for gracing my life with your smile, warmth and support.
