Rita M. (Blake) Schultz

Rita M. Schultz, of Sharpsville, passed away peacefully on May 9th, 2025.

Rita was born February 24, 1928 to Rose (Hoffer) and Brooks Blake in Zanesville, OH. She was a graduate of Zanesville High School. In October 1948 Rita married her late husband, James J. Schultz who passed away November 1987.  Rita worked over 30 years in the Sharpsville School District as a Cafeteria worker.

Rita is survived by her grandchildren, D. Brian Schultz (Samantha), Kaline Schultz (Tom Adams), Theresa Naranjo, great grandchildren, Phoebe, Logan, Aurora, Adelynn, and Everleigh. daughter in law, Carol Karol, brother, William (Sharon) Blake, niece, Carol Murrin (William), niece, Sherrie Dixon, nephew, Michael (Andrea) Blake. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, sons, James J. Schultz, and David B. Schultz.  

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at St. Paul’s Villas in Springs for their care and also to Rita’s special caregiver, Carol Murrin.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Disabled American Veterans 1000 Liberty Ave. Room 1606 Pittsburgh, PA 15222.

Friends may call Tuesday May 13th, 2025 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm in the Donaldson-Mohney Funeral Home 124 W. Main St. Sharpsville, PA.

Funeral prayers will be offered Tuesday May 13th, 2025 at 1:00 pm in the funeral home.

Burial will take place in Westside Cemetery.

Arrangements entrusted to the Donaldson-Mohney Funeral Home & Crematory.

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