Robert A Schantz, age 85, Inverness, FL passed away November 18, 2021 at the Vitas Hospice House in Lecanto, FL. Robert was born in Gibson City, IL on December 1, 1935. He was predeceased in death by his parents, Albert P. Schantz & Hazel D. Schantz and brother, Delmar Schantz. Bob graduated from Gibson City High and earned a full athletic scholarship toward his college BS degree. He was inducted into the Gibson City High Hall of Athletic Fame in 2013 for his efforts in basketball and football. After 18 years coaching and teaching in Fort Lauderdale, he moved to Inverness in 1977. He taught Metal and Wood Shop, Drafting and Drivers’ Ed at Crystal River High School until his retirement in 1995. He then worked parttime at Plantation Golf Course for 25 years. Bob enjoyed Tennis, Golf, woodworking, traveling, fishing, RV camping and spending time with his family.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 57 years, Josephine Davis Schantz; 2 children; Robert Schantz, Jr and his wife Shelley of Inverness; Deanna Hadley and husband Jeffrey of Citrus Springs; 1 brother, Edward Schantz; 4 sisters: Betty Sallee, Ruth Mettauer, Jean Williams and Wilma Streenz; 5 grandchildren: Sydney, Taylor and Tyler Schantz; Tyler and Trent Hadley.
There will be a private Memorial Service soon. Cremation with care by Chas. E. Davis Funeral Home with Crematory, Inverness.
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