James W. "Jamie" Schultz, 68, of Burlington, died Monday, February 2, 2026, at his home. He was born January 24, 1958, in Galesburg, Illinois, to Rodney E. Sr. and Jacqueline E. Kuhl Schultz. He was of the Methodist faith.
He took auto body classes at Carl Sandberg College in Galesburg and worked as a truckdriver for Cessford and did concrete work for Carl A. Nelson Company and Raymond Smith Construction. Jamie enjoyed music and art; mowing, walking the dogs; and when it snowed, he plowed the entire neighborhood. He was the type of man who would pull over to check on someone, even in the rain. Despite everything against him, he was fiercely independent. If you knew Jamie, you were a lucky person. He was a devoted father and Dog Grandpa to Kali and Capri.
Jamie is survived by his son Hunter (Mikayla) James Schultz; sister Patty (Will) Miner of Oquawka, Illinois; brother Rodney Schultz of Burlington; step-father Albert Keever of Oquawka; step-sisters Becky Kelly and Brenda Lox; step-brother Bruce Keever; and his two ex-wives, Karen and Susan, with whom he remained close. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter Megan Danielle Schultz; sister Kathy C. Schultz-Hillier; and half-brother John Reeder.
According to his wishes, his body has been cremated, and a celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Memorials may be sent to Hunter Schultz at 606 N. Gunnison Street, Burlington, Iowa 52601. Elliott Chapel, New London, is assisting the family, and online condolences may be left at www.elliottchapel.com.