James Schatz Obituary
We announce the death of James Schatz of Bismarck, North Dakota, who passed away on July 14, 2026, at the age of 85. James will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Pete Schatz and Hilda Schatz; his brothers, Victor and Duane; his parents-in-law, Elizabeth and Walter Hoffer; and his siblings-in-law, Rueben, Wilbert Hoffer and Edna Pease.
He is survived by: his children, Donald Schatz of Mandan and Darla Schatz Schriock (Shane) of Lincoln; his wife Bernice Hoffer of Kroll's Diner; his sisters, Shirley, Carol, Patty and Anna; his siblings-in-law, Lillian, Esther, Ida, Irene and David; and his grandchildren, Addyson and Easton. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
