Jennie J. Schultz

Jennie J. Schultz, aged 51 of Grand Rapids passed away unexpectedly at her home on Sunday, February 5, 2017. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Richard Wheaton, Charles Taivaloja; father, Charles Yalmer Taivaloja; and stepfather, Carl Wheaton. She is survived by her daughter, Casey and James Ketterman; granddaughter, Faith Taivaloja; grandson, Austyn Ketterman; mother, Lydia Wheaton; sister, Marjorie and Bob Rodgers; nieces, Shawna Wheaton, Tiffany and Dylan Couillard; nephews, Alex and Ricky Wheaton; her husband, Casey Schultz; and special friend, Dan Nickels. Her smile lit up the room. She was definitely one of a kind. She loved being outdoors dancing in the beautiful sunshine. If you had the pleasure of meeting her, you couldn't help but to fall in love with how sweet and loving she was. Jennie's grandbabies were her pride and joy. Funeral services for Jennie will be held Wednesday, February 15, 2017 at 4:00 pm at the Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Chapel (Kentwood), 4646 Kalamazoo Ave. SE. The family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday from 12 noon until 4 pm.

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February 23, 2017

Dear Casey, Marjorie, & Lydia, I know your heart is aching with this sudden loss of a mother, sister, and daughter, but you know how much she was loved and will be missed by many. I have come to know Jennie in many ways, she was a cousin and friend to me and a huge help in our family project. Love to you all and may God give you strength to endure the sadness. Barbara Hahn

- Barbara Hahn

February 16, 2017

It was nice seeing you when I went to Grand rapids in may sorry we didn't spend more time together sorry we loss u so soon love u all

- julia wright

February 15, 2017

Jennie, Last time I saw you was at the carnival here in town. You looked great. I can't believe you left us so soon. Till we meet again. Tammy

- Tammy

February 12, 2017

My heart goes out to this family as you will be sadly missed..

- Tammy Murray-Winn

February 11, 2017

Jennie brought so many gifts to many people's lives. Her smile could light up a room. She was one of a kind and she will be missed by anyone and everyone she has met. RIP Jennie, you will never be forgotten. Angels are watching over you Wings wrapped gently around you, Whispering you are loved and blessed. …. Angel Blessing

- Brian & Melissa Avery

February 11, 2017

To a wonderful woman who gave and gave more ! I will cherish the wedding photos more just knowing that you took them for us. Rest in peace knowing that the good Lord will now give back to you for all the giving in your way too short life.

- Vicki

February 11, 2017

RIP mom your gone but you will never be forgotten.. we love and miss you much.. love your daughter and grandkids you could come into a room and your smile would just lite up the whole room.. I miss you so much..

- Casey

February 11, 2017

They lived and laughed and loved and left James Joyce Deepest sympathies

- Bill and CJ Skerbeck

February 10, 2017

RIP, Jenny! You truly will be missed.

- Diane justice

February 10, 2017

Jenni, You were a very good person whom I got the pleasure of knowing thru your daughter Casey . Your smile was contagious as was your beauty. The love you had for your daughter and your grandchildren is what I loved most about you. may you always walk with sunshine and love in your heart and watch over everyone who knew you. Rest in peace my dear friend.

- Bonnie Mattson