Viola Schultz

On Thursday, September 22, 2016, Viola M. Schultz, of North Platte, NE, passed away at Great Plains Health after turning 85 years old. Viola is together again with her husband, Floyd, who died just 3 weeks ago.

Viola was born September 20, 1931, to James and Viola Spidell at St. Joseph, MO. She lived in Missouri and attended school until 1946 when the family moved to Nebraska.

On April 25, 1947, Viola was united in marriage to the love of her life, Floyd Lawrence Schultz, at the North Platte Methodist Church. They lived in North Platte at the same residence for over 48 years, had two sons and two daughters, and enjoyed nearly 67 years of marriage.

On January 7, 1958, Floyd and Viola were baptized into the Church of Christ and have been members ever since. She had a deep faith in Christ which helped sustain her through some difficult times.

When the children were younger, Viola was active in their school activities, served on the PTA and was involved in Scouts and 4-H. In 1970 she received her GED then went on to take courses at Kearney State College and North Platte Community College. She eventually earned her certification as a Nurse's Assistant then worked for the Home Health Department at Great Plains Regional Medical Center where she received a 5 year service award.

Viola was a life member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary and a member of the Eagles Auxiliary, National Association of Nursing Assistants and National Arbor Day Foundation. She was also a charter member of the National Home and Garden Club, Chairman of Small Animals and Poultry at the County Fair, and a Master Gardener who at one time had over 25 different colors of iris.

Viola found much enjoyment in life and being around people. She enjoyed collecting things such as stamps, small dolls, thimbles and brass animals. She liked solving puzzles, doing arts and crafts, and considered herself a scrapbook enthusiast. She was very proud of her winning ribbons from the Fairs too.

Viola especially loved antiques, studying the family genealogy and quilting. She had sewed over 100 quilts which she proudly gave away as gifts. She was a big fan of Husker Football and kept scrapbooks on the players each year. Viola was also proud of being a Notary since 1988. But no matter what project she was involved with, her family always came first; she loved them more than words could ever express.

She is survived by her son, Gary Schultz, of North Platte; grandchildren, Skip, Salena, Travis, Trampus, Jake, Marc, Ronda and Carma; five great-granddaughters, Brittney, Madison, Trinity, Jayna & Livia; sister, Elizabeth Lovell, of Knoxville, TN; brother, Raymond (Louise) McKernan, of St. Joseph, MO; and many nieces, nephews and other family.

Along with her husband, Floyd, Viola was preceded in death by their two daughters, Cynthia and Mindy Sue; a son, Jay; her parents, James and Viola Spidell; sisters, Jane McHarness and Rose and Francis Spidell; brother, Robert Spidell; granddaughter, Amanda Diltz; a grandson, Michael J. Schultz; and great-granddaughter, Misty K. Schultz.

Graveside Funeral Service will be 3 p.m. Monday, September 26, 2016, in Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens with her nephew, Larry Henry, officiating. Visitation will be Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m. at Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may also be shared at odeanchapel.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials are to the Walker Road Church of Christ.