She was born in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania on October 25, 1921 to Robert and Eleanor Beers.
She is predeceased by her husband of 50 years, Richard Schultz; her brother, Donnie Beers; and her sister, Jane Nelson. She is survived by her daughter, Susan Barrett of Vero Beach, Florida; her son, Richard Schultz of Barrington, Illinois; 3 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.