James R. “Jim” Schutte
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James R. “Jim” Schutte, 68, Raytown, Missouri passed away February 2, 2017 at home from a very rare auto-immune disorder. A visitation will be held 5:00 -6:00 PM, Tuesday, February 7th, 2017 at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raytown, Missouri. Memorial services will follow at 6:00 PM. Burial, at a later date, in Mt. Moriah Cemetery, Kansas City, Missouri. Memorial contributions may be made to Blair’s Foster Socks at www.blairsfostersocks.org and the Operation Starfish Ministries at www.starfishkc.org.
Jim was raised in Raytown, Missouri and graduated from Raytown South High School in 1966. He worked for Hans Rudolph, Inc., for more than 20 years. He was active in the community, volunteering many years with Troop 550 and the Mic-O-Say Dancers and volunteering many years with the Raytown Chamber of Commerce. He loved 60’s Rock and Country music, but hated Hank Williams, Jr. He loved reading his many books and spending hours and hours laughing and joking with his wife, children and grandchildren.
Jim was preceded in death by; grandson, Orion; parents, Ralph and Lola; sister, Phyllis; his in-laws and his dogs, Bud and Minnie. Survivors include; wife of 45 years, Kathie; sons and daughters-in-law, Chris & Kellie, JJ & Ann, Andy & Byrdia; grandchildren, Logan, Lindsey, Connor, Luna, Cecilia, Killian and Callie; and his dogs, Jack and Tweedy.
Thinking of the family and sending prayers! Hugs from Kris and Vicki Turnbow
So sorry for your loss. Good memories will carry you forward. Although I didn’t know him if you Chris are anything like him you should be proud. God bless you all and my prayers are with your whole family. Love Aunt Nita
Thinking of you and family. Prayers and Hugs for all.
Jim and I were buddies in high school but lost track of each other over the years. So sorry to hear of his loss. Prayers to Kathie and family.
My condolences to Jim’s loved ones. Especially to my high school friend, his wife Kathie. I didn’t know Jim except through Kathie and her sometimes humorous posts on Facebook about their life together. I feel this loss as if I knew him and want to express deep sorrow of his passing. At the same time I feel a strong sense of angels lifting him up and being free of pain. It is an image of a dancing man, smiling, telling a joke, hugging everyone that he comes in contact with and towering over the shortest of us all! Big is a word I would describe the impression I’ve have gathered of Jim over the last couple of years…. Big guy, big heart, big family, and a big love for his dear wife, Kathie. God bless all who shared in Jim’s love.
Thinking of and praying for your family during this time.
So sorry Kathie and family for your loss of Jim. He fought a long time to be with those of you he loved so much. What a great smile, great laugh and great guy. That’s an excellent picture, and how we’ll always remember him. May God hold you all very close right now.
Oh, Kathie. I am so sorry to hear this. Thinking about you!
Cathy Allie
Jim and I were friends in high school. He was so funny!!! Looking at his photo, brought back many memories. RIP Jim. Prayers to Kathie and family.
Kathie and family,
So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. What a beautiful legacy the two of you created together. May you find peace and love in the days ahead as you share in the memories of Jim’s life.
Leslie Botts Rogers
I have some very good memories of my cousin Jim. Kathie, I am sorry for your loss and will keep you and the boys and their families in my prayers.
Sending thoughts and prayers to you all.
Nan Perrin and family