1939 – 2019

Judith Ann Schultz was born in Roseland, Illinois on June 20, 1939, a twin to her brother Chuck. She fought rhuematic fever as a child and grew up to have a fun, active life. At Fenger High School she was on the synchronized swim team, was the May Queen and active in all types of social clubs on campus.

Judy decided to attend nursing school in Chicago and began her career as an ER nurse at Cook County Hospital. She met a smart, ambitious medical student named David Schultz, and they married in 1962.

Judy gave birth to Susan (Artime) and Michael soon after, and took a leave from nursing to raise her family, though she kept her RN license for many years.

The Schultzes were transferred to Sacramento, California when Dave served in the U.S. Air Force, treating wounded soldiers. This brief stay led to a permanent move to sunny Southern California.

The Schultzes bought their first house with a swimming pool in Hacienda Heights. The next several years were filled with parties, holiday events, sports and games. Judy’s third child, Billy, was diagnosed with autism and epilepsy. She devoted her life to his care and treatment. Billy loved his “Mama Dear.”

Dave accepted a position in Glendale and the family bought a beautiful home in the hills and settled into their permanent home. The family had many great ski outings, rode motorcycles, went on beach bike rides and even became boaters with a second house near Ventura. Judy was active in many charity groups ranging from Smoking Sam anti-smoking campaigns, PTA, National Charily League and PEO.

The family joined the First United Methodist Church of Glendale and Judy was active in Family Promise, Meals on Wheels and Doorstep ministry where she dropped off a loaf of bread to first time visitors. She was involved in the annual Creche Festival that the church hosted for 20 years.

Judy served as president of the Los Angeles Medical Auxiliary of Glendale (LACMA), and made many great friendships while educating the community on health issues.

She loved her family, being a grandma, playing piano, tending her rose garden and hosting family holiday parties and was always there to listen and offer a helping hand. She was a true inspiration and a beloved member of her community.

  Judy is survived by her three children Susan Artime, Mike and Bill Schultz; son-in-law, Henry Artime; brothers Chuck Nelson and Tom Nelson; and her beloved grandchildren Caroline, Rachel and Will Artime.

She was greatly loved and cherished by her family and friends. We will miss her dearly; Heaven has a new angel!

Services will be held on Saturday March 30 at 11 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Glendale, 134 N. Kenwood Road. A memorial tribute page for Judy can be found at www.CrippenMortuary.com.