Gunter Franz Schulz

Gunter Schulz

July 8, 1933 – April 28, 2019

Our rock, Gunter Franz Schulz died peacefully in his home on April 28th, surrounded by his family while listening to his favorite music.  

Born in Berlin, Germany, Gunter came to the United States in 1956 after swimming across a river to flee the communist regime.  He moved to Chicago, worked as a tradesman and a tool die maker, became an American citizen on August 7, 1964, and met his beloved wife, Karlene (Oeser).  They married on August 10, 1957 and enjoyed 61 wonderful years together. 

Due to a relationship with Ray Kroc, Gunter made a career change which resulted in Michigan’s first McDonald’s (and many others) built by Gunter and his father-in-law, Karl, in Port Huron.  In retirement, Gunter moved to Colorado Springs and spent winters in his RV with Karlene and their friends in Indio, California. 

Gunter prized his family, referring to them as the “Schulz Tribe,” consisting of five children and a slew of grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Markus [(Jean)(Erika & Tim, Draven, Alivia), (Dieter & Laura, Hagen, Mady, Ida), (Karlee & Kevin)], Matthew [(Lori)(Josh & Abbie, Stella), (Jayde & Tyler), (Brayden)], Suzi [(Paul) (Emily)], Krista [(Kevin)(Lauran, Gunnar, Taylor, Brooke)] and Erik (Rylan, Deckard, Kollier).  He is also survived by his brothers (Werner, Wilfried) and sister (Helga). 

A champion golfer, swimmer and lover of the outdoors, Gunter relished his time with his family either on the golf course or hiking along the Matterhorn.  He was an honorable man, doting husband, proud veteran and a loving father. 

At this time only private services are planned in Colorado Springs, followed by a Memorial Service to be held July 13th in Port Huron, Michigan.  

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  1. Anonymous

    2 May 2019

    Thinking of you in your loss of your beloved friend and husband. May you find comfort in your faith and in your family and friends. Betty McLean.

  2. Anonymous

    2 May 2019

    Dear Karlene. I am so sorry to hear that you lost your dear Gunter. I wish I was with you to hug you. You and your family are so in my thoughts and prayers. I have so many precious memories of you and Gunter. I rejoice with you in knowing that one day you and Gunter will be reunited for all eternity. With much love, Gail. xo

  3. Lori Gray

    2 May 2019

    Dear Karlene, I am so sorry to hear about Gunter. My heart goes out to you and your family. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Lots of love, Lori. xo

  4. Anonymous

    3 May 2019

    Karlene, Playing golf today I thought of Gunter and the fun we had at Shadow Hills RV Resort.
    The two of you were great friends to Mary and me. Going to the Casino, going dinner and just hanging out by our Motorhomes. You two were the greatest.
    Jim Ray

    1. anonymous

      18 Dec 2019

      are you still playing golf

  5. Sandy Lundberg

    7 May 2019

    Karlene , Thinking of you & sending sympathy from an old knitter, Sandy Lundberg

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