Robert “Bob” Joseph Schultz, age 65, of Rice Lake, WI, died Saturday, November 29, 2025 at his home. He was born on June 10, 1960 in Rice Lake to William and Georgia (Paulus) Schultz.

Bob graduated from Rice Lake High School in 1978 and then graduated from WITC with a degree in Machine Tool. He worked for Thomas Precision in Rice Lake for almost 30 years as a Fabricator/Welder and didn’t want to retire because he loved his job.

Bob was a hard worker, could fix anything, could make anything out of metal, he would always answer a call and be there in a minute, would give his shirt off of his back, he was always worried about others before himself, he had a dry humor but was funny, enjoyed being outdoors, being in the woods taking long walks with his dog but most of all Bob loved and cherished his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife, Sandy Ekstrom Schultz; 8 children, Andy (Brittany) Schultz, Jake (Kemawin) Schultz, Shari (Jason) Melrose, Frank Ekstrom, Cari Ekstrom (Josiah Cook), Cindy (Chris) Danford, Jason Ekstrom, and Peter (Belle) Ekstrom; 19 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; a brother, Chuck (Linda) Schultz; 3 sisters, Betty (Rick) Bennett, Marge Magnus and Sue (Al) Andreo; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Ivory Danford; his parents, William and Georgia Schultz.

Funeral Services will be held at 1PM Friday, December 5, 2025 at Maranatha Evangelical Free Church in Rice Lake with visitation from 11AM-1PM Friday.

Last Update: Nov 30, 2025 6:49 pm CST