Alfred Richard Schulz Jr.

Alfred Richard Schulz Jr. age 93, of Rockford, Michigan, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2025, surrounded by love and welcomed into the arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Born on November 22, 1931, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Alfred lived a life marked by quiet strength, devotion, and faith. A soft-spoken and talented man, he dedicated himself to his family and to the Lutheran Church, where he served faithfully throughout his life.

He proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1951 through 1955, during the Korean War. Upon honorable discharge, he became a devoted University of Michigan Wolverine, graduating in 1960 with a degree of Bachelor of Science in Design. He was also a member of the Honor Society, Phi Kappa Phi. He raised his children and grandchildren cheering on the Wolverines and teaching them the “Hail to the Victors” fight song. His gentle spirit and steadfast character were a source of comfort and inspiration to all who knew him. And his sense of humor—often laced with sarcasm—lives on in his children and grandchildren.

Alfred is survived by his children, Karen Morton (Cal), Kenneth Schulz, Eric Schulz (Barb), and Ellen Eggerding (Daniel); grandchildren, C.J. Morton, Chelsea Olson, Trevor Schulz (Sydney), Stephanie Schulz and her boyfriend Josh Holtz, McKenna Eggerding and her fiancé Samuel Brillinger, and Annie Eggerding; great-grandchild Isla Schulz and many dear relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy Schulz (Hoffert), and his parents Alfred Schulz Sr. and Tannetji Schulz (Doorn).

Beyond his devotion to faith and family, Alfred will be remembered through the many watercolor paintings he created for his children, as well as pottery pieces and appliance designs from his career at Gibson Products during the 1960s through the 1980s.

The family is deeply grateful for the support of friends and community and finds peace in knowing Alfred’s faith has carried him home. His life of devotion, humor, and artistry will continue to inspire all who knew him, even as he rests in the Lord’s eternal embrace.

A funeral service will be held at Immanuel Lutheran Church on Saturday, November 22, at 11:00 a.m., with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. at the church. A committal service will follow at Plainfield Township Cemetery, 6205 Packer Dr. NE, Belmont. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. James/Immanuel (SJI) Lutheran School.