{"id":24939,"date":"2026-04-08T06:30:21","date_gmt":"2026-04-08T11:30:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/?p=24939"},"modified":"2026-04-08T06:08:46","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T11:08:46","slug":"joanne-schultz-78","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/joanne-schultz-78\/","title":{"rendered":"Joanne Schultz, 78"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"content\">\n<p>Red Lake Falls \u2013 Joanne Schultz, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026, at Hillcrest Senior Living in Red Lake Falls. Born on June 5, 1947, in Crookston to Lester and Mabel (Walker) Gutheridge, Joanne lived a life marked by warmth, dedication, and an unwavering love for her family and friends.<br \/>\nA graduate of Mentor High School in 1965, Joanne\u2019s professional journey was marked by versatility and compassion. Her career encompassed numerous roles, including serving as a Librarian at the Red Lake Falls Library, a Red Lake County Dispatcher, a Nursing Assistant at Oakland Park Nursing Home and Johnson\u2019s Riverside in Thief River Falls, an Attendant at the Seven Clans Casino, and an Associate in the Walmart Deli. Each position reflected her commitment to service and to the people around her.<br \/>\nJoanne\u2019s greatest pride and joy were her family. She was devoted to her children, Wayne Schultz Jr. and Spencer Schultz, and deeply treasured her role as a grandparent and great-grandparent. Her grandchildren\u2014Melissa and Nicole, daughters of Wayne Jr., and Mica, Avery, and Finley, daughters of Spencer\u2014were a central part of her life. Joanne\u2019s great-grandchildren\u2014Hunter and Kaosidy, children of Melissa; Khristopher, Tylah, Olivia, and Jameson, children of Nicole\u2014also held a special place in her heart. Joanne\u2019s presence was steadfast and loving; she attended every school function, birthday party, and milestone celebration, rain or shine, always with a smile and a warm wave. To her sons, regardless of their age, she remained \u201cMom,\u201d offering small gifts and gestures that brightened their days.<br \/>\nHer marriage to her late husband, Wayne Sr., was a partnership filled with care and devotion. Joanne ensured he was always well cared for, and even after his passing, she kept his memory close, often sharing daily stories and small treasures that reminded her of him.<br \/>\nJoanne was known for her vibrant spirit and magnetic personality. A true social butterfly, she could spark engaging conversations with anyone she met. Her laughter was contagious, her happiness genuine, and her presence brightened any room.<br \/>\nHer hobbies reflected her energetic outlook on life\u2014she enjoyed crossword puzzles, word search puzzles, thrift shopping, clipping coupons, and exploring yard sales, finding joy in every day.<br \/>\nPreceding her in death were her husband, Wayne Sr.; her parents; her brother, Raymond; her sisters, Jane and Janice; and her grandparents.<br \/>\nShe is survived by her children, Wayne Schultz Jr. (Alicia) of Red Lake Falls, and Spencer Schultz (Jami) of Thief River Falls; her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who carry forward her loving legacy. She is also survived by her siblings, Judy, Juanita, and Lester.<br \/>\nA visitation will be held on April 15, 2026, from 10\u201311 a.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 170 Pleth Avenue, Plummer, MN 56748. This will be followed by a Celebration of Life service on the same day from 11 a.m.\u201312 p.m. at the same location. Family, friends, and all who knew Joanne are invited to gather to honor her memory, share stories, and celebrate a life well-lived.<br \/>\nJoanne Schultz will be remembered as a woman whose happiness, kindness, and dedication enriched the lives of all who had the privilege to know her. Her legacy endures most profoundly in the loving family she so proudly nurtured and cared for throughout her lifetime.<br \/>\nwww.johnsonfuneralservice.com<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Red Lake Falls \u2013 Joanne Schultz, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026, at Hillcrest Senior Living in Red Lake Falls. 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