It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Renate Gertrude Schulz on Monday, March 24, 2025, in Calgary at the age of 80 years. She was surrounded by her loving family when she was called home.
She immigrated from Austria in 1961 with one of her sisters and her mother to reunite with the remainder of the family residing in Edmonton.
Renate took great pride in raising her two children and working with the City of Calgary Pools Division where she started as a Swim Instructor and advanced to a Lifeguard, Senior Attendant and Supervisor during her career. She worked hard, took great pride in her work and kept everyone in line along the way.
Her friends and family were everything to her and she expressed her love thru entertaining. She loved to cook, bake, host luncheons, open houses, dinners, family gatherings and parties. One never left Renate's home hungry.
She was an avid traveler and a lifelong learner who believed you’re never too old to grow and discover. She had a keen mind and was a strong supporter of scientific research.
Renate was a faithful member for 62 years at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, where she took on a creative role in her later years. She took pride in brightening up the bulletin boards throughout the church with her carefully designed posters and was constantly on the hunt for her next inspiration.
Renate is survived by her loving husband Ernie of 17 years, children Eric (June), Krista (Ian) and Susan (Brad). She was Omi to grandchildren Nicholas, Kaitlyn, Laura, Patrick (Mariana), Lauren & Ella
She was predeceased by her devoted husband Elmer in 2003, her three brothers and three sisters.
A Funeral Service will be held at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 66 - 7 Street NE, Calgary on Monday, March 31, 2025, at 1:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St. Matthew Lutheran Church, at their mailing address 66 - 7 Street NE, Calgary , Alberta T2E 4B7, or the Heart & Stroke Foundation through their website at https://www.heartandstroke.ca or the Alberta Cancer Society at their website https://albertacancer.ca .
