John R. Schuetz

John R. Schuetz, 60, Topeka, passed away Sept. 14, 2011 at his home. He was born to Ivan and M. Ann Schuetz in Horton, Kansas on Dec. 5, 1950. He graduated from Topeka High School in 1969 and married Pamela Templer in Topeka on Dec. 30, 1971. He was a skilled carpenter and had worked for Winston Brown and Castlewood Construction. In addition, he was a self employed carpenter for many years. He was a trustee at University United Methodist Church.

He is survived by his wife, Pamela; 2 daughters, Shannon (Miguel) Arellano and Erin (Andy) New; 3 grandchildren, Jacob and Natalie Arellano and Gracelyn New; mother, M. Ann Fox; brothers, Eric, Kirk, and Clay Schuetz; sisters, Ruth Schuetz and Myra Stauffer. He was preceded in death by his father, Ivan Schuetz.
The family will receive friends at the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints, 2401 SW Kingsrow Rd. Topeka, KS on Friday, September 16, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. A celebration of his life will be held October 1, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at University United Methodist Church, 1621 SW College Ave. Topeka, KS. To leave condolences for the family visit www.DoveCremation.com