Nola Rae Schultz (nee Heinzelman)

Nola Rae Schultz (nee Heinzelman) passed away on February 19, 2024, at the age of 91 in Fortville, Indiana. She was born on February 7, 1933, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Nola was an alumna of Port Washington High School in Port Washington, WI. She fulfilled her lifelong dream when she graduated from Indiana University in 1973 earning her Registered Nurse degree. After working in labor and delivery night shift for many years, she returned to school and graduated from Purdue University in 1993 earning her Nurse Practitioner degree. She went on to work as a Women's Health NP in an office she shared with Dr. Keith Ramsey. Nola married Darrel Paul Schultz also of Port Washington, on June 13, 1953. Darrel was an ordained pastor with the United Church of Christ and served in Wisconsin, South Dakota, Kentucky, Louisiana, and Indiana. Nola was a devoted member of the First United Methodist Church in Hobart, Indiana where she also served as a parish nurse. She found solace and community in her faith. An accomplished seamstress, Nola's passion for sewing touched the lives of many. As the oldest of 6 kids, she was responsible for sewing clothes for the family. Quite skilled, she made dresses for pageants, proms, bridal gowns, wedding parties, costumes, and toys for grandchildren. She many times partnered with Darrel in these creations; he designed, and she figured out how to sew it. She created many cherished memories. Nola is survived by her children Sheri Buschuk, Scott (Annie) Schultz, Stuart (Sheila) Schultz, Skipp (Wendy) Schultz, Shaun (Susan) Schultz, Shad (Stacy) Schultz, 18 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren, sisters Sandra Reiter, Kris Collins, and brother James Heinzelman. She was preceded in death by her husband Darrel P. Schultz, great-grandchild Chloe Wiegand, parents, Norma and Harold Heinzelman, brother Dick Heinzelman, sister Kay Kofler, and son in law, Bill Buschuk. A visitation will be held Sunday, February 25th, 2024 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, followed by a service at 1:00 pm at the First United Methodist Church of Hobart, 654 E Fourth St., Hobart, IN 46342, with Reverend Leah Peksenak presiding. A celebratory luncheon will be held after the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the First United Methodist Church of Hobart Memorial Fund in memory of Nola Rae Schultz www.hobartfirstumc.com www.BurnsFuneral.com

Nola Rae Schultz (nee Heinzelman)

February 7, 1933 - February 19, 2024