John Schutz

John Schutz 86, of Bremen passed away on Thursday, July 04, 2013 in South Bend, Indiana. He was born April 24, 1927 in Bremen, Indiana to John F. and Florence (Zieger) Schutz.

John was a lifelong resident of Bremen. He was drafted out of high school and proudly served his country during World War II and was in the motor pool. On June 22, 1948 John married Marjorie Name in St. Dominic Catholic Church, Bremen, Indiana.

He enjoyed fishing, bowling, playing pool and working on cars, especially helping his children and grandchildren. His advice was often helpful. John was a member of St. Dominic Catholic Church, Bremen, Indiana.

Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Marjorie Schutz, Bremen, 3 daughters: Mary Sue (Terry) Newcomer, Nappanee, Barbara Ann (Bill) Lewis, Bremen, Christina Kay (Donald) Pearish, Bremen, 8 grandchildren: Tracy Richard, Bremen, Scott (Becky) Newcomer, Nappanee, Robert (Stephanie) Richard, Bremen, Angie (Cory) Sinkovics, Bremen, Linda (Matt) Massengill, Bremen, Lori (Heath) Hawkins, Bremen, Bradley (Jamie) Newcomer, Nappanee, Brandon (Jenna) Pearish, South Bend, 22 great-grandchildren and 4 step grandchildren

John is also survived by three brothers: Lawrence (Joan) Schutz, Francis (Mary) Schutz, and Bernard (Joyce) Schutz.

John was preceded in death by a grandson, Todd Newcomer, and a sister Rose Marie Detweiler

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 AM on Monday, July 8, 2013 at St. Dominic Catholic Church, Bremen and will be officiated by Father Bob Lengerich. Burial will follow at the Bremen Cemetery.

Friends may call from 2 ? 5PM on Sunday, July 7, 2013, at the Mishler funeral home. A Rosary will be prayed at 4:00 pm.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or St. Dominic Catholic Church.