Obituary of Theodore R. Schultz, Jr.

Troy – Theodore R. Schultz, Jr., 70, passed away peacefully on Sunday January 8, 2023 at Samaritan Hospital with his loving family by his side after a brief illness. Born in Albany, he is the son of the late Theodore and Marion (Boucher) Schultz. Theodore worked for the city of Troy Department of Public Works for 30 years until his retirement. He was an avid San Francisco 49ers fan, loved to bowl, enjoyed tending to his saltwater fish tank, had a soft spot in his heart for all animals and loved to admire the beauty of a woman. But what he loved most of all was spending time with his grandchildren. Theodore is survived by his children, Michael (Heather Lacross) Schultz, Theodore Schultz, III., Thomas Schultz, Albert Schultz, Margaret (Mike Vanwormer) Schultz and Anne Schultz; his siblings, Thomas Schultz, Joseph Schultz and Mary Ann Schultz. He is also survived by his cherished 12 grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many dear friends. Those wishing to remember Theodore in a special way can make memorial contributions in his name to The Mohawk Hudson Humane Society at mohawkhumane.org A memorial service will be held for Theodore on Saturday January 14th at 1:00 pm at The Riverview Funeral Home, 218 2nd Ave. in Troy. A calling hour will precede the service from 12:00 – 1:00 pm.