"The first time I met Alan I had put a ding (to the tune of $800) on my car. He did some finagling and in the end it cost me a lot less. I knew he was going to be my friend. I never heard any negative words come out of his mouth no matter what the situation and he always had a smile to give away! Shortly after I met his son's Randy and Rob and became good friends with them too. He surely will be missed! R.I.P. Alan! "
In loving memory of
Allen D. Schultz
May 8, 1943 - December 12, 2016
In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to St. Cecelia Catholic Church, Hospice of the Heartland, or Opportunity Village in his memory.
A funeral Mass will be held on Friday at 10:30 AM at St. Cecelia Catholic Church in Algona with Father Edward M. Girres officiating. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Algona with a flag presentation ceremony conducted. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 PM on Thursday at Oakcrest Funeral Services, Algona. There will be a Scripture Prayer Service beginning at 7 PM.
Allen Dean Schultz was born May 8, 1943, on the Schultz family farm North of Algona, son of Arthur and Kathryn (Quick) Schultz. The family farmed in Whittemore and he attended Whittemore High School. After high school Allen attended a trade school for mechanics in Kansas City. When he graduated school in 1962, he returned home to start his first and most influential job at Martin's Auto Body in Whittemore.
Allen enlisted in the Army from 1964-1967. He was stationed as a mechanic in Germany. He received a National Defense Service Medal Expert (Rifle). Upon honorable discharge, he returned to "Martin's". In October of 1967, he married Anita Moritz at St Cecelia Catholic Church in Algona. In 1975, they opened Algona Frame & Auto Body with his brother Gary and his wife Mary Schultz. Gary and Mary moved a few years later and Allen & Anita continued the business. He continued to keep a watchful eye and lend a hand on fun projects after retiring in 2012. He loved to come to the office and visit customers and friends.
Allen and Anita were head of the New Dimension at St. Cecelia Catholic Church with Mac, Marion, Shirley, & Wayne. They helped with funeral dinners and fall dinners. He enjoyed designing the "windows" on the old Catholic fair stand. He would set up and take down every year. He was a longtime usher at 11:00 Sunday Mass. His grandkids were not far behind him putting up kneelers or standing in back with him. Allen and Anita enjoyed long motorcycle trips in early years, camping with his brothers, kids, and grandkids on many adventures; and many trips with his mom and in-laws including Branson. He was an amazing carpenter with great talent. He remodeled his kids' homes with inspiration and love.
Allen was a loving husband, amazing father, and a proud papa. He loved working with people at the shop; to him it was never a "job", he enjoyed what he did and he appreciated all the friends and people he met along the way. Employees over the years were treated as family. Allen loved his family, he was a best friend and a non-judgmental ear to all of them. His grandkids were his pride and joy.
Allen Dean Schultz passed away surrounded by his family on Monday morning, December 12, 2016 after a courageous, positive fight against cancer.
Allen is survived by his wife of 49 years, Anita; his three children, Rob (Deedee) McCall Schultz, Randy (Codi) Schultz, and Renee (Jerimie) Harris, all of Algona; 6 grandchildren, Hank (Ashleigh) McCall, Owen and Kaylee Zimmerman, Dori Harris, and Eliza and Ryder Schultz; and 2 great-grandchildren, Aubreigh and Alexandra McCall. He is also survived by his father-in-law, Robert Moritz of Boone; his brother Gary (Mary) Schultz Browerville, MN; his sister-in-law, Julie Schultz (Rich) of West Bend. He was proceeded in death by his parents; a grandson, Sean Allen Schultz; his mother-in-law Betty Moritz; a brother, Mel; and a sister-in-law, Gloria Renz.
Tributes
"Anita, Renee, Randy, Rob -- Want you all to know that I was very sorry to learn of Al's passing. Though retired for a decade now, I also wanted you to know that in my 20 + years of handling auto claims here in the No. Iowa area, I never worked with a repair shop more honest, trustworthy, or competent than Algona Frame and Auto Body. Allen's commitment to excellence combined with his genuinely warm and caring personality left me with very positive impression's which I remember to this day. Respected by his peers - Loved by his family -- I am honored to have known him. R.I.P. Allen "
"Anita, Rob, Randy and Renee, I am so sorry for your loss, Allen was a wonderful man and friend, Algona lost a very special person!! You are all in my thoughts and prayers, holidays are hard when you lose someone during this time of year, I know!! You have my deepest sympathy !!??"
"Anita and family, You have our deepest sympathy. Allen will be remembered for his kindness. Peace to you. Don and Melinda Zeimet"
"Anita & Family~ I am so very sorry to hear about Allen. What a very kind and caring person where ever our paths crossed. My heart is very heavy for all of you, as we just lost our father last week. I pray for peace & strength to you. God Bless ~ Brenda (Thilges) Hannover"
"So very sorry for your loss. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Kevin Merk"
"Death leaves a heartache that no one can heal.
Love leaves memories no one can steal"
"Deepest Sympathy to you All Anita,Rob,Randy Renee and Families! Lots of Great memories with Al! Keeping You All In Our Thoughts And Prayers!! Love ya!! The Sewicks, Randy Lori and Family"
"Anita, Rob, Randy, Renee and families, So very sorry for your loss. Allen was such a wonderful person. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Rick & Chyan Schiek"
"Dear Anita & family: My prayers and sympathy for all of you. When we lose a loved you, we must remember that God wants that loved one wit him, and at the same time he will give peace toallwho mourn. Your huband and father will long be remember for is cheery smile, helpfulness and care for others. God bless all of you. Father Friedmann"
"Anita and family, Al was a caring and hardworking man who was always good to our family. I will miss looking out my kitchen window and seeing him on the ladder working on Renne's home, he always had a smile to give when others needed some kindness, he will be missed. Please know you have our deepest sympathies. RIP Al"
"Al was an inspiration. He definitely fought his cancer with a positive attitude. I enjoyed getting to know him and the caring, kind, energetic man he was. May God grant all of you strength during this time. Prayers. "
"Anita, Randy, Renee & Rob - Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Al was an amazing man. We have always thought so much of him and all of you. We are so proud of how auto body has been woven through our families lives for decades. We send our prayers to all of you. Bruce & Julie"
"Anita and family. Terry and I are out if town...won't be able to make Al's wake/funeral . Anita...sending you a big hug. Can't tell you how much I loved our short but heart warming talks were ever our paths crossed. Know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy. Terry and Liz Buscher "
"Our sympathy to all of the Schultz family. He was always a nice, friendly person - we know he will be missed. "
"Al was such a great guy. Always enjoyed seeing him. Definitely fought a very courageous battle with his cancer. He will be greatly missed!"
"It was a pleasure getting to meet you. My prayers are with everyone in this difficult time. Richard and Laura Sanchez"
"Dad, i looked on Oakcrest website like we normally did....Checking to see if anyone passed that we knew so I dont cry tomorrow at work if im caught off guard.Although I knew one day I would see you I was still in shock.I needed to tell you but your peaceful journey has begun and our life has forever changed.Thank you for being the most positive influence in my life....for being the best father...the most special papa...loving husband to mom....caring friend to many people.You have taught us to help people to be positive about life and do what we love.I will miss you as we begin a completely new life without you.Hug everyone we miss and enjoy your grandson.I cant imagine how happy he made you when you got there.Love you dad"
"We are so sorry to hear of Allen's passing. He was such a kind man and we will remember him fondly. Craig and Betty Erpelding"
"Anita, Rob, Randy and Renee and families. So sorry to hear of Allen's passing. He now is out of pain . Know Jesus welcomed him to heaven with open arms. He was a great guy. R.I.P. Allen Jim & Janice Schumacher"
"Over the years, I can't count how many cars (our five kids and ours) that Allen fixed for Bing and me. He had such a gentle smile and was so caring. You all are in my prayers. Molly MacDonald"
"Sending you our thoughts and prayers for your loss of such a wonderful man. Always enjoyed seeing the both of you. He is now in Gods hands and will be watching over all of you. He will be missed by many. RIP Allen"
"Mike and Dianne Zeller He will surely miss but at the same time we know he is in heaven. Always enjoyed visits t the shop,or different actives with grandkids.ar. Prayer are with you all Asia an in cities doing chemo as outpatient (going fine). God unusually calls the best home first, and he fit that role as always in our prayer. Mike Dianne zeller"
"Anita, Renee, Randy, Rob and families - Sending our thoughts, prayers and love during this difficult time. Allen was one of a kind and his warm smile will always be remembered. With deepest sympathy, Jerry & Joy Metzger"
"Anita, Renee, Randy, Rob and families~
We are so sorry to hear about Allen. What a wonderful man. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. + God Bless you all and Godspeed to Allen. +
With deepest sympathy,
Molly and Cory Buscher"