Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Kev, Love you, miss you big. We are good as you well know. Kaeg is doing so good. He misses you tremendously. We are moving...Thank you so much for continuing to care and provide for us...in so many ways. It is amazing to me, continually, how God uses your investment in us to still be there for us....well done thou good and faithful servant, you entered into the Glory of our Lord.

Cheryl Schultz
Wife

July 19, 2008

Cheryl,
My daughter and i sat right behind you on the bus to the Nations Capitol for the Memorial and you told us about your husband and i can still remember the picture and how we commented on his eyes. You were so helpful and i just wanted to thank you. I hope to return next year and hopefully we will see you there. Take care, Linda

Linda
Mother in law to CHP John Miller EOW 11-16-07

May 26, 2008

HEY KEV, IT'S ME AGAIN. I'M GLAD CYNDEL FOUND THIS PAGE.
THE WEATHER HERE TODAY ISN'T BAD,VERY WINDY, BUT YOU COULD GO OUTSIDE WITHOUT A COAT,JUST A JACKET,AND NO SNOW.
CYNDEL'S 23 NOW,DEREK'S 20. HOW TIME FLY'S. CY
NDEL HAS 2 BABIES, A 4 YR OLD GIRL, AND A 3 YR BOY, SHE NAMED HIM KEVIN,(AFTER HER UNCLE KEVIN). SO WE SAY HIS NAME OFTEN, BEING A 3 YR OLD BOY (NORMAL I GUESS ).
ZANA'S KIDS ARE ALLAN 17 AND LITTLE ZANA IS 15.
THE WEATHER IS BREAKING AND SPRING IS COMING.
WE'VE HAD 40+ INCHES OF SNOW THIS WINTER AND I'M READY.
CHERYL WE LEFT E-MAIL ADDRESSES,BUT THEY WOULDN'T PRINT THEM. I'LL TRY MY ADDRESS (1308 ELSTON STREET,MICHIGAN CITY,INIANA 46360), IF YOU DON'T SEE IT THEY WOULN'T PRINT IT EITHER. I'LL KEEP TRYING AND LEAVING LIL' NOTES ON HERE K.O.
WELL KEVIN I GUESS I'LL GO FOR NOW ,PLEASE CONTINUE TO LOOK OVER US ALL.
LOVE KARLA SCHULTZ

KARLA SCHULTZ
SISTER

March 25, 2008

KEV,
HI. TIS ME, YOUR SISTER, ZANA. I THINK OF YOU OFTEN. I ALSO SPEAK TO YOU. AT TIMES, I WONDER IF YOU HEAR ME. WORDS CANT DESCRIBE HOW MUCH I MISS YOU AND WISH YOU WERE STILL WITH US. MY KIDS MISS YOU A GREAT DEAL TOO. I LOVE AND MISS YOU SO MUCH. WE AWAIT THE DAY WE CAN SEE YOU AGAIN. LOVES YOU, YOUNGEST SIS ZANA

ZANA SCHULTZ
SISTER

March 23, 2008

KEVIN, HI ITS ME, DONNA. IM ON CYNDELS COMPUTER. TELL CHERYL TO GIVE A CALL OR LETTER TO ME. SHE TOLD ME AT YOUR FUNERAL SERVICE THAT SHE WOULD NEVER LOOSE CONTACT WITH YOUR SIDE OF THE FAMILY. I STILL HAVEN'T HEARD FROM HER. CYNDEL FOUND THIS SITE LAST WEEK AND I JUST WANT TO TELL YOU THAT I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU. IM STILL IN HOBART, SAME PLACE SAME NUMBER IF YOU WANT TO TALK. LOVE AND MISS YOU ALWAYS, DONNA(SCHULTZ)WOODS.

DONNA WOODS
SISTER

March 23, 2008

Thank you for your attempts. I don't know how to reach you guys.

Kevin is all the things you say. He was so humble yet was so life changing and critical for all of us. He was put in your family at the right time and the right place to make an indullable effect on you and the kids. He came into my life at a juction that changed me forever. I thank you and thank God for his life. I thank God for touching Kevin at the exact time he needed to be moved. I thank God for eternity and knowing that the time spent now is a vapor compared to the time to come. I am thankful for his son. You will be amazed at how much he has grown...he is a young man with a life full of dreams and goals, fueled by the foundation his dad gave him. Proud very proud. He looks a lot like him...of course, handsome.

Talk soon, love you too.
Cheryl

Wife/Cheryl Schultz

March 21, 2008

HELLO CHERYL AND SON. IT HAS BEEN A LONG AND A HARD ROAD FOR YOU BOTH,AND I'M GLAD YOUR HANGING IN THERE.
I HAVE TRIED TO CONTACT YOU SEVERAL TIMES OVER THE PAST COUPLE YEARS SINCE KEVIN WENT HOME AND HAVE HAD NO LUCK.
I WAS LOOKING THROUGH THE NEWSPAPERS I BROUGHT BACK WITH ME,AND GOT THE IDEA TO RECONNECT WITH YOU TWO.
I REALLY LIKE THIS PAGE AND SORRY IT TOOK ME SO LONG TO FIGURE IT ALL OUT, I'M SO GLAD KEVIN AND FAMILY ARE STILL IN EVERYONES HEART AND SOUL.
I LOVE AND MISS HIM DEEPLY.I THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH FOR NOT FORGETTING HIM IN THEIR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
KEVIN WAS/IS A GOOD MAN AND LOVED US ALL DEEPLY. HE SAW THE GOOD IN EVERYONE, HAD A GREAT SENSE OF HUMOR AND KNEW HOW TO USE IT.
AT HIS FUNERAL ,EVERYONE WAS GREAT AND TREATED US WITH LOVE AND KINDNESS. I THANK EACH ONE OF YOU WHO HELPED. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
I'M GLAD MY BROTHER MEANT SO MUCH TO SO MANY. HE DESESERVED IT. HE WAS ONE OF THE BEST.
WE DIDN'T SEE THEM OFTEN BUT WE (STILL) LOVE THEM. HE LOVED BEING A POLICE OFFICER,HUSBAND AND FATHER .HE LOVED AND BELIEVED IN JESUS WITH ALL HIS HEART.
MY SISTER CAN TELL A STORY OF WHEN KEVIN FIRST MEET CHERYL, HOW NERVOUS HE WAS THAT HE FOUND THE RIGHT GIRL. WE STILL LAUGH ABOUT THAT ONE .
ON BEHALF OF DONNA (SCHULTZ)WOODS, ZANA SCHULTZ,MYSELF -KARLA SCHULTZ AND OUR CHILREN ,WE LOVE AND MISS YOU ALL.
AND CHERYL PLEASE CONTACT US.

IN MEMORY OF MY BROTHER, KEVIN

"THE BROKEN CHAIN"
WE LITTLE KNEW THAT DAY THAT GOD
WAS GOING TO CALL YOUR NAME.
IN LIFE WE LOVED YOU DEARLY
IN DEATH, WE DO THE SAME. IT BROKE
OUR HEARTS TO LOOSE YOU, YOU DIDNT GO
ALONE; FOR PART OF US WENT WITH YOU,
THE DAY GOD CALLED YOU HOME.
YOU LEFT US PEACEFUL MEMORIES,
YOUR LOVE IS STILL OUR GUIDE;
AND THOUGH WE CANNOT SEE YOU;
YOU ARE ALWAYS AT OUR SIDE.
OUR FAMILY CHAIN IS BROKEN,
AND NOTHING SEEMS THE SAME;
BUT AS GOD CALLS US,
ONE BY ONE,
THE CHAIN WILL LINK AGAIN.

LOVE YOUR SISTERS AND FAMILY
MARCH 17TH 2008

KARLA SCHULTZ
SISTER

March 17, 2008

I JUST WANT TO SAY THAT MY UNCLE WAS A VERY KIND HEARTED MAN AND HE IS GREATLY MISSED BY ALL OF US.
MAY HE REST IN PEACE.

CYNDEL SCHULTZ
NIECE

March 17, 2008

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

March 6, 2008

Hey Kev,

Wanted you to know that Cheryl has not given up her struggles with obtaining your death benefits. I still cant beleive that you were blamed for your heroic, selfless actions. Its hard sometimes to see her struggle. In the end, she will prevail. Love you Bro.

Louis Carlos

February 8, 2008

To the family, wife, son. Rest assure that Kevin is at home with the Lord. I know that there seem to be hardships one after the other. But rest assure, the Lord calls to strengthen you by these hardships.
Those who have placed their complete faith in Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of sin have begun a journey which leads to the kingdom of God. Once we truly begin this journey, we are His child, and our place with God has been reserved; "He anointed us, set His seal of ownership on us, and put His Spirit in our hearts as a deposit, guaranteeing what is to come" (2 Corinthians 1:21-22).

I know that the pain never goes away from the loss of a loved one, but it gets easier. And the love you had for eachother will always live within you both (Wife, and son).

May God bless you both.

Fellow
Fellow Christian

October 23, 2007

It sounds like your family has been through a lot....I am sure you are so proud of their strength.."No Greater Love then To Give Up Your Life..." You are Blessed in the eyes of the Lord..and your family..

Charlotte Olson

October 6, 2007

Brother,

I really dont know how to start this. I have sought ways in which to express myself to you. One thing for sure...your family misses you. I have grown close to your wife and son. They are great. Pam and I love them to the fullest and are part of our family. Jayden and Kaegan act like brothers- cant stand each other yet they need one another. Cats and dogs i tell you. One thing for sure, we had had our ups and downs just like a family. K is on the football team.. dam good hands- catches MOST balls thrown at him. have to work on him catching all of them. Brother i have to tell you.....nevermind well talk when we see each other. I have so much to tell you. K is 13 and has a girlfriend!!!! cuttie. had a talk with him about being respectfull with her. Man... so much in my mind for you. Shultzie (cheryl) is struggling with the benefits. Cant beleive the pueblo doesnt want her to have them. You have a strong wife bro she shouldnt have to fight to survive. I know i dont have to tell you about it you can see it from Heaven. I ll talk to you later.

Love you Brother.

Louis A Carlos

Detective Louis Carlos
Santa Fe Police Department

September 26, 2007

Kev,
We go to court finally for your benefits to take care of us. It has been a long haul, and we are tired from a phsical sense. But Gods pland contiues to unfold, slowly, enough to digest.
you are very proud of Kaegan 13 now. Starting on the football team-lovin every minute of it. His grades are doing good, but you know all that.

I love you with everything I have left..your amazing.

Cheyl

Cheryl

September 21, 2007

cheryl and Kaegan,

We are thinking of you today on this sad and special day... we pray for your family and hope that all is well

Erika & Dylan M
OFC. Larry B. Mitchell E.O.W. 5-30-01

August 17, 2007

It has been five years you have been away but not one minute has passed that you haven't been in the hearts of your friends and loved ones. Especailly your beautiful wife and son. You would be so proud of them both!!! As I watch them both and your love still grows in them. The Lord has given them strength to carry on but not without the sorrow of missing you dearly. Nothing can ever replace your love in them or ever will. No matter what friends and family try to do to help along the way, you will forever be missed! Kaegan is getting bigger and looks more like you every day. You have one awesome son! Your wife has a heart of gold and I am greatful to call her sister! It is an honor to know and be a part of your christian family!

Pam
Friend

August 17, 2007

Officer Schultz,
Today is the fifth anniversary since you were called home. I am deeply touched reading through your reflections. It is hard to believe that the courage and respect for human life you showed on that fateful day exists. Many people who read your story aspire to be HALF the person you were, myself included. The legacy you left behind in your son, the sacrifice your wife was asked to make, and the lesson in selflessness you taught have made such a profound impact in this world and on me.

You will never be forgotten. Ever.

Pennsylvania citizen

August 17, 2007

5 years...love you big,
Cheryl

August 17, 2007

Kevin,
I know that you are with God. You have served Him well and served Him to the end. You gave your life for another. There is no greater love than that. God has told us so. Thank you for all you did for the kids who you mentored. You gave them a great roll model to follow.

Cheryl,

You did not fail. God needed Kevin for his divine plan. We may not understand all of it, but He called Kevin home for a reason. God Bless you and your son. I know God is holding you close to Him. I will be praying for you and your family everyday.

God Speed....

August 16, 2007

Dear Cheryl, Brothers are measured by the pencil marks on the door jams of the family home by their mothers and fathers, to show yearly, how they grow. Further, our Father in Heaven measures us by His Word. 1st John 3:16 "This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down His life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers." It further states, "18 Dear children, let us not love with words or tongue but with actions and in truth." This is what Kevin did without hesitation.

We live in a fallen world in a principality of darkness, yet the battle goes on. We live in this fallen world as "sheep led to slaughter". Yet above it all comes the "man of God" who's actions glorify God in truth.

Cheryl, you did not fail, the glory of God prevailed and satan lost the battle. You have the honor now to continue mothering the son of a great man of God. A great man of God who followed Him in action not just in words.

I am sure that you were angry that day maybe at God. But He knows your heart and has big shoulders and you know where those "big shoulders" were placed; against roman wood to save us who once hated Him. You said "I failed", no mama you did not, you did all you could but the scriptures were fulfilled. Kevin loved his brother enough to give up his life to save his brother.

Watch what grows from this wonderful act where God gets the glory. Sister, be safe and keep on in Him who loves you all.

Police Officer Robert R. Jones (ret)
Providence Police Dept. Rhode Island

July 22, 2007

Hello dad ive been doin ok i sucks without u. mom has been kinda borin without u i wish u were here

May 8th 2007

Kaegan
son

May 8, 2007

Kev,
It has been forever already. I see daily God's plan for our lives together and apart. Thank you for your gifts and all you did to prepare us for this journey.
I love you and miss you everyday, and cant wait to meet you. Forever is sure taking a long time.
I love you always...

Cheryl Schultz
Best friend, wife

February 28, 2007

OFFICER SHULTZ, YOU REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND. I SALUTE YOU! MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS AND COLLEAGUES. I THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE. YOU DID NOT LOSE YOUR LIFE, YOU GAVE IT IN SERVICE TO OTHERS. A TRUE HERO INDEED.

THOSE CLOSE TO THIS HERO, PLEASE TAKE COMFORT IN KNOWING THAT I, ALONG WITH MANY OTHERS ACROSS THIS LAND, GRIEVE WITH YOU. KEEP HIM IN YOUR HEART, AND PASS HIS STORY ALONG. MAY GOD BLESS YOU.

MRS SCHULTZ, GOD BLESS YOU. WHAT A TRAGEDY FOR YOU AND YOUR SON. FOR YOUR SON TO STAND AND WATCH HIS DAD PASS AWAY, IS BEYOND MY COMPREHENSION. HE MUST KNOW THAT HIS DAD IS A HERO. HIS ACTIONS SAVED JONATHON. HIS ACTIONS PROVE THE HERO THAT HE IS. WILLING TO GIVE HIS LIFE TO SAVE ANOTHER.
AND MRS. SCHULTZ, YOU DID NOT FAIL. YOU DID EVERYTHING YOU COULD. YOU ARE TRULY A HERO ALSO. I WILL PRAY FOR YOU AND YOUR SON DAILY.

OFFICER SCHULTZ, NEVER FORGOTTEN.

JIM SWEENEY CIVILIAN NEW JERSEY
A FRIEND TO ALL PEACE OFFICERS

February 15, 2007

Officer Schultz, you are a true hero in every sense of the word. The world was a bit better for your being in it. "No greater love..."

A citizen

February 13, 2007

Dear Mrs. Schultz,
I just want to say that your husband sounds like an AMAZING HERO! You didn't fail him. You made him a happy man while he was alive. He watches down on you everyday, and thanks the lord that he was able to be apart of your life. You will meet again. When you do meet, it will be for eternity. Kevin put others first. God took him because his job was done. (In order to find God, we must loose ourself.) It looks like Kevin lost himself that day and saved his friend. I could only wish that God put more people like Kevin in this world.

I pray that you find comfort everyday by looking into your sons eyes. May God always watch over you and your son. Much love, A

Cousin, Isaac Espinoza. EOW 4/10/04

January 26, 2007