Fred M. Schultz

Fred M. "Fritz" Schultz, 75, of Ligonier, passed away on June 6, 2008 at Parkview Noble Hospital in Kendallville,IN.
He was born October 27,1932 in Wheatfield,IN to Michael A. and Helen (Hartley) Schultz. He married Gladys Jones on August 7, 1954. She survives.

Fred was a Conservation Officer for Jasper-Palaski County Game Preserve from 1954-59. He worked for the Indiana State Police as a Communications Officer from 1960-1980.He also owned and operated local radio station WNRL 105.9 until recently donating the station to West Noble High School. He was a lifelong member of the Church of Christ in Wheatfield. A licensed HAM Radio Operator since 1954, member of the Indiana Historical Radio Society,Michigan Antique Radio Club, Illinois Antique Radio Club, AWA National Tube Collectors Association, & the State Police Pioneer Association. He served as the Curator of the Ligonier Historical Radio Museum since 1993. He also served on the board of the Ligonier Visitor's Center and Convention Bureau. He Was named Ligonier's Citizen of the year in 1997.

Survivors include wife: Gladys Schultz of Ligonier. 2 sons: Michael Schultz of Ligonier,IN & Mark A.(Hayley)Schultz of Kendallville,IN. 1 daughter: Mary A. Schultz of Ligonier. 1 brother: Gilbert "Tim" (Terry) Schultz. 1 sister: Norma Schultz Hackery. 5 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his daughter Marcella L. Schultz.

A Memorial Service will be held at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, June 10, 2008 at Yeager Funeral Home in Ligonier. Pastor John Lutton will officiate.
Friends may call from 2-6 PM prior to the service.

Memorial contributions may be made to Parkview Home Health and Hospice, 1836 Ida Red Road; Kendallville,IN 46755