Elwood (Woody) Franklin Shoultz, also known as Frank Schults, passed away on April 15, 2025 in Brevard County, Florida at the age of 93.

Born on July 15, 1931 in rural Warrick County, Indiana, Woody grew up in Pike County, Indiana. He proudly served in the Army before embarking on a career that would span over three decades. Woody worked as the Head Custodian for the St. Louis School Corporation, where he dedicated himself to his job and the community.

After retiring, Woody returned to Petersburg, Indiana for several years before making Palm Bay, Florida his permanent home in 2004. In Florida, he embraced an active lifestyle, enjoying golfing, bowling, billiards, bicyling, and shuffleboard. He was a regular at the Palm Bay Estates Community Center, where he loved playing Texas Hold’em and other card games with his many friends.

Woody was cherished by all who knew him. He was known for his loving nature, kindness, charm, intelligence, and sense of humor. A true jack of all trades, he left a lasting impression on everyone he met.

He was preceded in death by his father Ozzie Shoultz; mother Mildred Parker; son Elwood Franklin Shoultz Jr.; brothers John and Doyal; and sisters Joyce and Loyce.

Woody is survived by his sisters Norma, Gloria, Bonnie, and Theresa; brother Carl; daughters Deanna, Yvonne, Karen, Donna, and Tenna; as well as many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Woody was cremated in Florida. VFW graveside services will be held at Sunset Cemetery in Winslow, Indiana at 10 AM on September 21, 2025. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the VFW of Petersburg, Indiana or the Palm Bay Estates Community in Palm Bay, Florida.