VIOLA “VI” SCHULTZ

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Vi Schultz on October 25, 2025 at the age of 98 years.

Vi will be forever remembered by her children, Judi Janzen (Jake) and Richard Schultz (Jacquie); grandchildren, David Janzen (Caroline Belair), Susan Janzen (Danny Lutz), Baergen Schultz (Jake Thompson), Haleigh Schultz and Graham Schultz; great grandson Dezi Lutz; sister Gwen Kruger; and many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her husband George Schultz of 52 years; second husband Ted Ridge; and sister Marianne Luscombe.

Vi was born and raised in Saskatchewan. She met George while he was serving in the Royal Canadian Air Force. They married in 1948 and headed to the United States where George pursued further education. They were true partners and Vi offered unwavering support through their many moves to various cities and towns across the US. She made each new place feel like home and always found work outside the home, primarily in the healthcare field which she excelled at and enjoyed.

Vi and George moved to Winnipeg in 1966 where they spent the remainder of their lives. Vi continued in healthcare, working as a medical secretary at Victoria Hospital. Even though Winnipeg was home, George and Vi loved to travel and took memorable trips to countries around the world. After retirement, they also enjoyed winters in Arizona with family and friends.

Vi was a woman of many talents. She was a skilled seamstress, making perfectly tailored clothes for herself and her family. She was a talented artist, leaving behind beautiful oil and water colour paintings for her family to enjoy. She volunteered with the Manitoba Theatre Centre and the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, and was an active member of the American Women’s Club.

Vi took great pleasure in her grandchildren and great grandson and was proud of each of them. She often commented how lucky she felt to be surrounded by a loving, close knit family.

A family gathering in Vi’s honour will be held at a later date.

Donations can be made in Vi’s name to her favourite charities - Siloam Mission or the Terry Fox Foundation.

Vi loved all flowers. In her honour you might give flowers to a loved one or even gift yourself a bouquet.

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