Philip R Schultz
September 7, 2021
Philip R Schultz, a 65-year-old loving father, passed away suddenly in Gainesville, Florida on September 7, 2021.
Phil was born on June 5, 1956 in Winona, Minnesota to Eugene Paul & Vivian Violet (Brand) Schultz (deceased). He worked for Winona Lighting / Acuity for 36 years and went on to work for Philips Health Care in Gainesville, Florida.
He enjoyed spending time with his family, traveling, hiking, and doing home improvement projects. He was an avid sports fan (Go Vikes! Go Gators!) and followed his passion for music through his role as sound man for the band Virginia Dare.
Phil will be missed by his life partner Cammey Hargrove Hjelmeland and her loving family Garrick (Olivia) Hjelmeland, Boon (Sabrina) Hargrove, Al (Nancy) Hargrove; daughters Jessica (Justin) Ostrowski, Jamie (Kurt) Speltz, Jaclyn (Gary) Bambenek; grandchildren, Ava, Arianna, Quinn, Sage, Rory, Lauren; brothers, David (Lois) Schultz, Steve Holz, Bill (Debbie) Holz; proceeded in death by beloved stepdaughter Sydney Hjelmeland.
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Dad—it’s hard to believe that you are gone. I’ve been a ball of emotions since you left, and lately, the days all blend together. I see you in everything, & I miss you with all that I am. I will never forget the precious memories we shared together. You always taught me that memories are the most important part of life. You were always right. 🙏🏼You are a light, Dad, and I see that in the way you touched so many lives including all of ours.
I love you so very much, Dad.
Always & Forever.
I carry your heart with me.
I carry it in my heart.
♥️😢
Dad,
Your love for the outdoors was a gift you passed onto me, and having the opportunity to share such beautiful memories with you from within the red rocks of the Arizona desert to the peaks of the Rocky Mountains is something I will cherish forever.
You were a beautiful soul with a kind and loving heart that never went unnoticed by those around you. You knew how to live life in the moment, and understood what was truly important – making memories and appreciating the time you spent with family and friends. There wasn’t a moment I remember together where you weren’t smiling, eager and ready for our next adventure – this is how I’ll always remember you.
It’s difficult for me to accept that you’ve left us for good, especially since we were together such a short time ago, gazing upon waterfalls and mountainsides, breathing in the sweet smell of pine trees, laughing, and enjoying each moment we had left together. And there are certainly no words to describe how much I will miss you, but you’ve left a part of your spirit behind, within nature, a place I’ll always be able to find you. Thank you for that, Dad.
I promise every single step, to every viewpoint, on every mountain I hike, I will carry a part of you with me. Because although you’re gone, the memories we shared will never be lost. 😢🤍💕
Phil, you will me missed so dearly. You were such a major presence in our families lives. From late teenage years, young adulthood onto our more mature years, you remained an integral part of our lives. It has been awhile since we have entertained each other's physical company, but have no doubt we'll see each other again, as our souls have been forever intertwined. Love and will miss you until then.
Dad, I have been postponing writing on here because I am at such a loss for words… This was not supposed to happen…not to you…not like this…not so soon. :/. I cannot comprehend this. I miss your warm hugs. I miss texting you at night and showing you your silly granddaughters. We were supposed to have so much more time… I love you so much, Dad!
Your “Sweet Pea”.