Thomas “Tom” Allan Schultz, 79, passed away on January 4, 2026. He was born on August 14, 1946, to Alex and Myrtle (Biewen) Schultz of Wells, Minnesota.

Tom married Charlene (Samuhel) on June 11, 1971. He was a devoted husband and a loving father to Anne (Schultz) Pokelwaldt and Alec Schultz, a wonderful father-in-law to Daniel Pokelwaldt, and a proud grandfather to Mollie and Lindsie Pokelwaldt.

Tom graduated from the University of Toledo and earned his MBA from St. Thomas University. After beginning his career in broadcasting, he later built a successful career in HVAC sales. He was also a proud Vietnam War veteran.

Tom was an avid fan of the Minnesota Vikings, Twins, Wild, and University of Minnesota athletics. He was also an accomplished golfer and greatly enjoyed the game.

He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings: Lorraine Alsterberg, Richard Schultz, Maxine Musser, Dennis Schultz, Robert Schultz, JoAnn Plumhoff, and Charles Schultz, as well as many in-laws. He is survived by his wife, children, grandchildren, and his sister, Elaine (Don) Ehrich.