01/08/2026
Marvin R. Schultz
Milan, Michigan
Age 87 passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday, January 1, 2026. He was born on December 30, 1938, at home in Milan, Michigan to Emil and Genevieve (Marken) Schultz.
Marv graduated from Milan High School in 1957, where he was an all-around athlete, playing football, basketball, baseball and ran track. After graduation he worked for his father until he joined the United States Army, serving our country. Following his military commitment, he came back to Milan to continue working at Schultz Bottled Gas, the family-owned business in Milan which was co-founded by his grandfather, father and uncle. The family worked closely in the business; serving families in the Milan area, for over 70 years.
On October 12, 1978, he married Linda Kelsey Burnett and she survives. They shared 47 years of love, laughter, family and a lifetime of wonderful experiences.
Marv was a devoted husband and father, always putting his family first. He attended York Baptist Church. In addition to being a die-hard Michigan fan, he was an avid bowler, and continued being active in sports, playing baseball for the Old Shack in Milan; winning eight state championships and a lifetime of friendships. He enjoyed the outdoors, constantly grooming his lawn both in Milan and up north at their second home where he always enjoyed family time. He was a quiet, unassuming, generous man who loved time spent with his family and friends.
In addition to his wife, Linda, he is survived by their four children: Steven and Beth Waterstradt of Saline, Jeffrey Schultz of Milan, Joy Burnett (Nate Pride) of Belleville, and Jason and Nicole Schultz of Jenison; three grandsons: Anson, Revere, and Britton; three siblings: Virginia Stralnic of Sarasota, Florida, Kenneth (Jan) Schultz of Milan, and Eugene (Cindy) Schultz of Milan. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother-in-law Dan Stralnic, nephew Erik Schultz, along with his in-laws: George and Thelma Kelsey and brother-in-law, Pastor Timothy Nyhuis.
Visitation will be held at Ochalek-Stark Funeral Home, Milan on Thursday, January 8th. from 3-7 p.m. with an evening prayer service beginning at 6:30 pm. led by his pastor, Rev. David J. Grinnell. Visitation will continue on Friday, January 9th, from 3-7 p.m.
Funeral services will be held at Ochalek-Stark Funeral Home on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Jordan Bird officiating, followed by military honors, under the auspices of the Washtenaw County Veterans Honor Guard. Those desiring may make contributions to York Baptist Church, Hospice of Lenawee or the Huron Valley Humane Society. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
Condolences and guest book at www.ochalekstark.com