Theodore Schultz

NAUGATUCK, CT Theodore “Ted” Schultz, 92, of Naugatuck, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 2, 2024, at Beacon Brook Health Center surrounded by family.

Ted was born on June 1, 1932, a son of the late Stanley and Katherine (Kaminski) Szulc. He was a graduate of Naugatuck High School and was a proud Paratrooper of the 82nd Airborne Division during the Korean conflict.

Before his retirement from the Eastern Company as a pattern maker/carpenter, Ted worked on new home construction in Naugatuck and surrounding towns. He was a natural conversationalist, with an incredible wit and sense of humor. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed daily hikes with his dogs, clay target shooting, riding motorcycles, and spending time with his family. He cherished his grandchildren and never missed a sporting event or activity.

Ted is survived by his daughter, Mary Simons and her husband Theron, of Naugatuck; his granddaughter, Michelle Boyle and her husband Owen, his grandson Jacob Simons and his wife Elizabeth and his great grandsons Henry, Theo and Callum. In addition to his parents, Ted was predeceased by his sister, Mary Plescia and his son, Michael.

The Simons family wishes to thank the staff at Beacon Brook Health Center and AccentCare Hospice for their kind and compassionate care.

A private graveside service with full military honors will be held at St. James Cemetery at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours and arrangements have been entrusted to the Buckmiller Thurston Mengacci Funeral Home, 82 Fairview Avenue, Naugatuck.