Barbara Elaine Schultz's obituary , Passed away on March 2, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois

Barbara Elaine Schultz

June 22, 1942 - March 2, 2026 (83 years old)

Lake Forest, Illinois

Barbara Elaine Schultz's obituary , Passed away on March 2, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois

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Wenban Funeral Home

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Barbara Elaine Schultz

June 22, 1942 - March 2, 2026 (83 years old)

Lake Forest, Illinois

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Barbara Elaine Schultz Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on March 2, 2026, at the age of 83, Barbara Elaine Schultz (Lake Forest, Illinois) passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her daughter Jeniffer Ora Bangert Webber; her brother Joseph Butch Potocny; and her parents, Muriel Potocny and Joseph Potocny. She is survived by: her husband Gerald Schultz; her children, Julee Bangert, Barry Schultz, Gregory Schultz and Christopher Schultz; her grandchildren, Scott Webber, Alexandra Fleming, Mason Webber, Grant Schultz, Julien Webber, Rachel Schultz, Christian Schultz, Taylor Fawley, Lucas Schultz, Emelia Vogel, Lauren Schultz, Kate Schultz, Jacob Vogel, Charlie Schultz and Ethan Vogel; and her great grandchildren, Lily Schultz, Caroline Schultz, Liam Schultz, Gus Webber, Knox Webber, Maddox Fleming, Harvey Webber and Reese Webber.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. James Lutheran Church by mail or online at https://secure.myvanco.com.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Wenban Funeral Home



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March 13, 2026

Lynn Potocny wrote a sympathy message

“Gerry, know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Fortunately you have a village to help you through this time. Love Lynn”


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March 11, 2026

Greg Kaufmann wrote a sympathy message

“Gerry and family, may the certain hope of the resurrection sustain you, as you mourn Barbara's passing, and celebrate her life in Christ. May you sense the loving arms of God holding you, as you experience the support of family and friends in the days and weeks ahead. Peace and Joy remain ours in Christ, Greg Kaufmann”


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