Shultz Ann Justus passed away peacefully Thursday evening November 11, 2010 following a brief illness. Shultz Ann was special to so many and will be deeply missed by all who were so fortunate to have known her. She treated everyone with love and kindness and was the true definition of a Southern Belle. She was proud of her Southern Heritage and her deep family roots that she always cherished. Her true love was her grand children who she thoroughly enjoyed and loved deeply.
Shultz Ann was born January 5, 1928 in Joplin Missouri the fourth of six children. After High School she moved to Atlanta with her oldest sister Kay and met and married the love of her life Tom on March 5, 1951. Tom and Shultz had a marriage that lasted 59 years together and will continue on through eternity. Shultz enjoyed being with her husband Tom on the golf course where he worked as a ranger after he retired. She and Tom spent numerous hours on the course and were well known to anyone who played at Bill Roberts. She enjoyed cooking and cleaning and always took pride in having a tidy home. She was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints where she became involved in genealogy work and spent numerous hours volunteering at the Genealogy Library. Shultz’s greatest joy, however, were her grandchildren. Even though they may have lived great distances away, she tried to attend as many activities as possible. Whether it was soccer, basketball, ballet recitals or barrel racing, grandma loved being with and watching her family.
Shultz is survived by her husband Tom, two daughters Taylor Ann Lee (Tommy Dan) and Shannon Mergenthaler (Mike). Six grandchildren, Thomas Hoff, Brietta Tipton, Travis Ridley, Cole Mergenthaler, Shelby Cardall and John Mergenthaler. Four great grandchildren, Nicholas, Cameron, Jessica and Hailey. And a great, great grandchild Sebastian. She is also survived by her three sisters Kay, Jean and Billie.
The family wishes to thank all those who have made the last couple of years special for Grandma, especially those at Hunters Pointe and most recently at Aspen Gardens. You are true friends and Shultz Ann will miss you all.
Per her wishes there will be no funeral services. However, there will be a Graveside Service at 11am on Tuesday, November 16 at the Montana State Veterans Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care of Retz Funeral Home. To offer a condolence to the family or to share a memory, please visit www.retzfuneralhome.com.
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Sherri Staats says
This was a wonderful a grand lady I have very fond memories of her when I attended the Mormon church. Many years ago she made me a beautiful wall hanging telling about each day of the week. I proudly still have it displayed in my home. I know she will be missed by many.
Tipton Brietta Hoff says
I just wish I could be there. I want to share one of the many things I learned and loved about grandma. Man she made the best sausage cheese balls!!!! I still today make them from her teaching me how!!! Oh, and she also taught me how to make a mean bed up!! LOL!! I love you grandma!!!
Brietta
Pam Hays says
I have many special memories of Mrs Justus and am reminded of them daily when I glance at the home she and Tom occupied in Memphis. They both were such an important part of my life during my high school and early college years. I am sorry for your loss. She certainly leaves a void that can not be filled.