Karl-Heinz Schulz
November 2, 1938 - February 12, 2024
Karl-Heinz Schulz, age 85, of Townsend, DE, passed away on Monday, February 12, 2024.
Born in Bremerhaven, Germany on November 2, 1938, he was the son of the late Wilhelm and Lieselotte (Ahlers) Schulz.
Karl-Heinz spent his early years living in Wilhelmshaven, Germany, returning to Bremerhaven after the conclusion of World War II.
He learned his trade as a Bricklayer, completing his certification in Bremerhaven in 1956.
Karl-Heinz immigrated to the United States with his father in August of 1957, followed six months later by his mother and sister. Together they all began a new life in America.
He worked as a bricklayer throughout his life on both residential and commercial projects and later owned and operated his own masonry company until he retired due to health issues.
Karl-Heinz was a past member of the Delaware Saengerbund and Library Association. An avid soccer fan, he played for many years with the Saengerbund team “DSB Kickers” in the 1960s. Karl-Heinz assisted in the building of the new Delaware Saengerbund clubhouse on Salem Church Road when it relocated to Ogletown. He was also one of the founding members of the “Enzian Volkstanzgruppe”, a Bavarian folk dancing group.
Karl-Heinz enjoyed spending time with family and friends and often would tell stories about things he had experienced throughout his life. He was also avid soccer fan and would often stay up late to watch a Germany Soccer match.
In addition to his parents, Karl-Heinz was preceded in death by his sister, Sigrid (Johnson) and granddaughter, Isabella Schulz. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Barbara (Barni); children, Brian Schulz (Stephanie) of Newark, DE, Dieter Schulz (Carin) of Newark, DE, and David Schulz (Christina) of Delaware City, DE; 6 grandchildren, Allyssa Schulz-Fricker (Michael), Morgan (Nick), Madison, Karl, Lily, and Noah; and one great-grandchild, Michael.
A visitation for family and friends will held from 10 am until 11 am on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 275 East Main Street, Middletown, DE, where a celebration of life will begin at 11:00 am.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made In Karl-Heinz’s name to Warriors Helping Warriors, 104 South Broad Street, Middletown, DE 19709 or by clicking here.
Shauntae L Hunt
Sorry for your loss. Hunt Family
Mrs. Stephen Brittingham
Brian, Dieter and family, so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. May he rest in peace.
Bobbie Whiteside
Barbara, David and Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Karl was quite a guy. He was a great neighbor for decades and he and my husband had many conversations about world and local politics. He was a master bricklayer and he displayed his craft at our home for our deck. He fought valiantly for such a long time with Barbara, David, and the rest of his family by his side. He was one of a kind and I am sending you love, hugs, and prayers.
Beth (Kimble) Wile
Growing up going to DSB with my family – I remember his laughter and smile 😊. He will be missed by many and cherish my childhood memories of him and all of the Shultz family.
Trudy Gilgenast
Dear Brian, Dieter and the entire Schulz family I send my heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your dear father.
May memories of happy times together be a comfort now and may your faith grant you peace.
Rudolf S Schock
Our condolences to the entire Schulz family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all 🙏💕
What a beautiful video tribute, it brought a tear to my eye’s 😢