Gary Dean Schultz

Heaven is rejoicing as Dr Gary Dean Schultz has arrived. Gary was born July 15th, 1945 in Bellingham Washington to Herbert Phillip and Hazel Mary Schultz. He entered peacefully into rest February 2nd, 2020. He leaves behind mother Hazel, wife Ali Schultz, brother Doug , sister Cheryl , son Jason, daughters Jana,Sharon , Joyce and Tammy , granddaughter's Zoe and Faith, grandson Wesly and Great Granddaughter Ashley, as well as many other family members and an extended family of friends that will miss him dearly. Gary was the energy of our family with a zest for life that kept us all exploring and traveling and enjoying life with him. His love of flying was a very large part of his life. His service in the Civil Air Patrol In Cathedral City was a passion he pursued with dedication and love. His love of Hawaii and all of its beauty was a gift he shared with us all. He was a talented painter giving lessons to share that beautiful gift with others. His work within the healthcare system was another passion that changed and improved lives wherever he was present. His dedication to his family, his unequaled love and respect for all was a template for all to follow and learn from. He was kind, brilliant, funny admired and respected by all who were blessed to cross his path. A memorial service will be held in his honor February 8th, 2020 at Forest Lawn in Cathedral City California. An additional Celebration of Life will be held in Florida with details to be announced at a later time.
We will miss his zest for life, his warmth, laughter and passion , but we know we will see him again. He lives in our Hearts forever.