James Edward Shults
February 26, 1939 - January 09, 2023
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James Edward Shults
February 26, 1939 - January 09, 2023
Obituary
James Edward Shults passed away January 9, 2023. He was born February 26, 1939 in Sacramento, CA to Dallas Homer and Yvonne Vitaline Shults. James joined the Army right out of high school in 1957, serving tours in Vietnam and Korea, and retiring as a decorated Master Sergeant in the 80s. He then went on to become a contractor at Ft. Lee, retiring a second time at the age of 79. He had a great love for God, family, and his country. He also loved working in his yard and gardening, with his favorite pastime being a stamp collector. James is survived by his wife of 42 years, Vicki Shults; children, Michelle Yvonne Lee, Stuart Grant Shults, Eric Andrew Shults (Adriana), Brian Jones (Shannon), and Justin Shults; grandchildren, Eric Andrew Shults Jr. and Gabriella Shults, Charles T. Lee III and Tyler Christopher Lee; siblings, Julie Utz (James) and Dallas Homer Shults Jr. (Debbie); along with a host of nieces, nephews, and friends. A visitation will take place Sunday, January 15 from 3pm-5pm at Morrissett Funeral and Cremation Service, 6500 Iron Bridge Road in N. Chesterfield. A graveside service will be held at the Amelia Veterans Cemetery Chapel at 1pm Wednesday, January 18, 2023.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Fisher House or St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.
Visitation
- Date & Time: January 15, 2023 (3:00 PM - 5:00 PM)
- Venue: Morrissett Funeral & Cremation Service
- Location: 6500 Iron Bridge Rd N. Chesterfield, VA 23234 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (804) 275-7828
Graveside Service
- Date & Time: January 18, 2023 (1:00 PM)
- Venue: Virginia Veterans Cemetery At Amelia
- Location: 10300 Pridesville Rd Amelia Court House, VA 23002 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (804) 561-1475
10 responses to James Edward Shults
Sheila Norfus says:
January 13, 2023
My deepest condolences to his beloved wife and family. We are saddened to learn of Jim’s passing. I had the pleasure of working with him for many years and considered him a dear friend. May God surround you with loving peace to comfort you during this difficult time.
Justin Shults says:
January 13, 2023
Thank You Sheila for your kind words. We appreciate all the prayers everyone is saying for us, and we also are praying for Heavenly Father to comfort, and give peace to all those who are saddened by his loss.
Justin Shults says:
January 13, 2023
Dad I love you! I Miss You! You Will Never Be Far From My Thoughts.
I Will Cherish All My Memories Of You For The Remainder Of My Life.
SUSAN D INCITTI says:
January 14, 2023
Jim and I were coworkers from late 1991 until retirement. After so many years I suppose i just thought he would always be there even after retirement, e.g. seeing each other at commissary, emails, etc. My heart is absolutely broken. I am so sorry for your loss. I still needed him in my life and I know you feel that many times over. He was truly one of a kind. FYI the picture in his obit shows that silly grin and it is simply PERFECT. God bless you all and may he give you the strength to go forward and know you were so loved by a really good guy.
Justin Shults says:
January 16, 2023
Thank you Susan for your prayers, and lovely words about my Dad. I’m sorry we were not able to have it live streamed for all who were not able to attend. Hope you’re doing well.
Susan Incitti says:
January 14, 2023
I left a previous message however it apparently didn’t make it to the guest book. Jim and I have been friends for just over 30 years through work and also after retirement. Jim was so very dear to me and I am totally heartbroken but I know my loss is nothing compared to Vicki’s and his children. Jim was a total joy of a man and this world has honestly lost a treasure. May God give you strength to bear the loss of your precious Jim.
Jimmy Strait says:
January 17, 2023
I am sorry to hear about Sergeant Shults. He was my supply sergeant in the 187th AHC in Vietnam 1969-70. He was like a father figure to me. His room was next to mine in the supply bunker. He was funny, very likable, and was very positive. being just a kid in a war zone it was nice to have someone like Sergeant Shultz there encouraging me and the other guys in supply. I finally Made contact with him a on social media and it thrilled my heart to communicate once again with him. I know he will be missed by his family. He was a true patriot and loved America and the Army. So Sergeant Shultz I salute you in the most respectful way. You Made an impression on my life as I know he did in many others. RIP.
Jimmy Strait
U.S. Army 187th Assault Helicopter Company
UH-1D Huey Crew chief/ supply specialist and company scrounger
Shults Family says:
January 18, 2023
Thank you Jimmy, you were the one he served with that he mentioned most when he talk about Vietnam.
We really wanted him to attend at least one reunion, but he just didn’t have it in him to travel much anymore.
We really appreciate your kind words about our Dad, and I’m glad he had a positive influence on your life. I would really
appreciate if you have any memories of my Dad from Vietnam that you want to share please feel free to email them to the address you corresponded with him in the past. I would also like to send you some pictures by email from Vietnam that we had digitized several years ago.
We pray for good health, peace, and grace to be with all the 187th Veterans.