Helen Shultz - Roberson Funeral Home

Helen Shultz

November 8, 1929 - January 13, 2013

St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Church

1441 Spear Street

Port Charlotte, Florida 33948

9417436877 |

Sunday 1/27, 5:00 pm

Helen Shultz, 83, passed away Sunday, January 13, 2013 in Port Charlotte, FL.

Helen was born in Bradford, PA on November 8, 1929. She grew up in Bradford, graduated from high school, married, and raised her family there. Helen worked for the telephone company for thirty years, first in Bradford and later in Warren, PA and Altoona, PA. She and her husband, Paul, retired in Port Charlotte, FL in 1986.

After “retiring,” Helen worked part-time in the Pirate’s Ketch in Punta Gorda, FL for a year or two; she volunteered with Guardians Ad Litem for the next ten or twelve years, advocating for children; she read to children at the elementary school for a couple years; and she began doing stained glass work, eventually becoming an accomplished stained glass artist. She also gave blood, bought groceries and the like for the needy, and helped the community through the various activities of the Telephone Pioneers of Port Charlotte.

Helen was beautiful, compassionate, feisty and fun and we miss her like crazy!

Helen is survived by her husband of 63 years, Paul Shultz, her daughter, Lise, and son, Paul, and her grandchildren, Bobby, Ricky, Frank, and Katie. She is also survived by her brothers, Tony, Sam, and Orlando Arlia of Cleveland, OH, Alfred Arlia of Bradford, PA, and her sister, Virginia Lucero of Manhattan Beach, CA, plus numerous nieces and nephews.

A mass will be offered for Helen on January 27, 2013 at 5:00 PM at St. Maximilian Kolbe Church in Port Charlotte, FL. If you wish, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to any organization doing research on Alzheimer’s disease.

Arrangements are by Roberson Funeral Home & Crematory Port Charlotte Chapel.

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Helen Shultz, 83, passed away Sunday, January 13, 2013 in Port Charlotte, FL. Helen was born in Bradford, PA on November 8, 1929. She grew up in Bradford, graduated from high school, married, and raised her family there. Helen worked for the telephone company for thirty years, first in Bradford and later in Warren, PA…

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Dear Paul, Lisa, and P.M., I share your sadness at the loss of Helen… truly a beautiful and gracious woman who has touched all our hearts in a special way. I have fond memories with Helen in Italy and in Port Charlotte… her laughter and wit were contagious and her hospitality exceptional. ~Susan~ Those we love don't go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear. May our comfort come knowing that we will meet again in heaven. "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die." John 11:25,26

Lisa & Paul, So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She lived a full life. Jim

we are so very sad to hear of our dear sister and sister in law passing way, she was a beautiful lady, not a mean bone in her body. we will cherish ll the beautiful times we had with her through the years especially on all our ski trips we had they were all so much fun, rest in peace dear helen you are forever in our prayers and in our thoughts. luv brother tony and sister in law rose

I've enjoyed your stories of your mother over the years of our friendship. You two had a comfortable, loving, supportive relationship. I know she will be missed. We miss you, too, Lise.

Sending my deepest sympathies to Uncle Paul, Lisa and PM. She will be missed. When we lose someone we love, We learn to trust somehow That a new life in a brighter place Is just beginning now.. A place of grace and peace and joy Beyond all time and sorrow, Where loving hearts who part today Will meet again tomorrow.

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Sorry for your loss Paul, Lisa and PM. She was one fine lady and didn't have a mean bone in her. Prayers to you all in this time of healing. RIP Aunt HELEN

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Aunt Helen i will miss your beautiful smile , and how you always stood proud, you made everyone that you came in contact with feel inportant and loved, your smile is what ill always remember ,comming to the house and that awesome ice cream you always offered us.. rest in peace and my prayers are with the famiy ..we love you and send our deepest sympathy...

I have had the privilege of living only one hour away from Aunt Helen and Uncle Paul. I've enjoyed many lunches and get togethers over the years with Aunt Helen. Sometimes I would drive to Port Charlotte, but often she would come up to Sarasota/Bradenton to visit. She was a very classy, beautiful and, yes, feisty lady. I am so thankful and blessed to have many warm memories of her.

Aunt Helen will truly be missed. I had so many great memories visiting with her every time we went to PA and several times in Florida. I'm sure God has a speacial place for her in Heaven as she truly was a special person.

Paul and family I can't tell you how much I will miss Helen. For many years we shared time at least once a week, having lunch wih our friend, Gloria, and chatting, laughing and having a wonderful time together. We had such wonderful times together. She certainly will be very sadly missed. My blessings to you and your family. Sue Borst

I am so sorry to hear of Aunt Helen's passing. She was a very talented person who shared those talents with many. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.