Stephanie Schultz

Stephanie Renee Schultz, 36, of Geneseo, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Dec. 30, 2015, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria. Stephanie was born July 2, 1979, in Silvis, the daughter of Pamela Watkins (Dave), Geneseo, and David Schultz (Monica), Franklinville, N.J.; dear sister of Christopher Schultz, Jesse Watkins, Benjamin Watkins and Katelyn Watkins; loving granddaughter of Russ and Gayle Schultz, Silvis, and Donna Osbourne, Geneseo; also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Stephanie was preceded in death by her grandfather, Jack Osbourne. Stephanie had an amazing artistic talent. She loved painting and drawing and had a passion for music. A free spirit, Steph loved to travel and adored her dog, Ruckus. Above all, Stephanie was a caring and sweet girl whose kind heart touched the lives of all those who knew her. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her visitation 4 p.m. Monday, Jan. 4, followed by a memorial service at 5 p.m. at Schroder Mortuary, 701 1st Ave., Silvis, IL 61282. In lieu of flowers, donations in Stephanie's memory may be made to Illinois Cancer Care-Peoria, 8940 N. Wood Sage Road, Peoria, IL 61615.