James “Jimmy” Shultz, Jr.

James “Jimmy” Shultz, Jr., 77, of Lawrence passed away Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at his home.

Jimmy was born on May 18, 1946, in Lawrence, KS, the oldest son of James Donald and Lorraine B. (Giesy) Shultz.

He was a 1964 Lawrence High School graduate and received his bachelor’s degree from Fort Hays State University.

He retired from MCM as a field supervisor in 2011.  Prior to that he worked for Schendel Pest Control and enjoyed farming.

He was an avid hunter, fisherman, and KU sports fan.  He loved spending time with his daughter and grandchildren and would tell a joke to anyone who would listen.  He was active in his church.

Jimmy married Lynn Arlene Wilson on November 21, 1969; they later divorced. He re-married Mary (Dalton) Murphy on January 31, 1987, in Lawrence, KS.  She survives of the home.

Other survivors include his daughter Callie (Paul) Castro of Lenexa, KS; his brother, Jeff (Carmen) Shultz of Lawrence; three grandchildren, Mia, Sophia, and Louis and a host of many other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Joe Shultz.

Friends and family may call from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 11 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence.  A memorial service for Jimmy will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 13, 2023, at Stull Community of Faith Church.

The family suggests memorials in Jimmy’s name to Douglas County 4-H Foundation or to Stull Community of Faith Church and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.

For more information or to post a condolence go to warrenmcelwain.com .