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James William Schulthies

February 11, 1951 — August 3, 2024

Shelbyville

James William Schulthies

James William Schulthies, 73, of Shelbyville, passed away surrounded by the ones he loved on, Saturday, August 3, 2024, at his home.

He was born February 11, 1951, in Indianapolis, the son of Bill and Bev (Baer) Schulthies. On September 14, 1974, he married his wife of 49 years, Judith Hester, and she survives.

In addition to Judith, Jim is survived by his daughter, Sasha Dawn Stevens and husband, William “Billy”, of Shelbyville; grandchildren, Taylor Marie, Riley William, Madison Grace and Jessy Dawn; great-grandson, Brantley Nicholas; and several nieces and nephews.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Debbie Stoops; and brother, Robert Allen Schulthies.

He was a US Navy veteran, serving during the Vietnam War, in the Philippines. While serving his country he completed his high school education.

Jim retired in 2018, from Indiana Underground, where he helped install underground utilities.

He enjoyed hanging with his friends and grandchildren and riding motorcycles. One of his favorite pastimes, was sitting in his garage tinkering.

A Gathering of Friends and Family will be from 2:30 to 3:30 pm, Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, Carmony-Ewing Chapel, 819 S. Harrison St. in Shelbyville.

The Celebration of Jim’s Life will follow at 3:30 pm, Tuesday, at the funeral home, with Dan Gabbard officiating.

Online condolences may be shared with Jim’s family at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

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Tuesday, August 13, 2024

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