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Deanna Diane Shultz

Shultz, Deanna Diane

I am so sad to hear about your loss. She was always such a happy person. She will be missed by many. Your family is in our prayers.

Christy Pena - 4/15/2007

We wanted to send our condolences to the whole family, especially Brian and children.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Smith family
Dick, Pat, Greg, Matt and Shawna

Pat Smith - 4/15/2007

I had the great honor of knowing Deanna at Wind River. I graduated with her and she was a great person back then. I have many wonderful memories of Deanna. It seems that not much has changed. My condolences go out to the family of this wonderful lady. She will be deeply missed.

Shanel (Wilcox) Shanahan - 4/15/2007

Dear Brian and Family,
Scott and I want to extend our condolences and send you our sympathy. We are deeply saddened of the death of Deanna. You and the family are much in our hearts and prayers these days. Deanna's beautiful and quick smile was a blessing to so many.

Scott & Kay Fabricus - 4/15/2007

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Hank and Ruth Kusel

Hank & Ruth Kusel - 4/15/2007

Deanna was one of my favorite students at Wind River. She was positive, supportive, and had a ready smile for everyone she met. I saw her on Tuesday at the Ranger, and she stopped a moment and visited with me. I was deeply saddened to hear of her death two days later. When an individual spreads so much happiness, the void that remains when they depart seems endless.

The hole that she leaves in your lives will be difficult to fill, but please remember her smile, her laughter, and all of the wonderful memories that you shared with her. The Lord blessed all who knew Deanna. Now, let Him help you through the difficult days ahead.

Deepest sympathy,

Nancy Stearns
Deanna's English teacher at Wind River

Nancy Stearns - 4/15/2007

Mr. Shultz,
I just wanted to write you and tell you how sorry I am for all that's going on in your life right now. It really bothers me that something like this can happen to such a good, kind hearted person like you. I've really been praying for you, your kids, and family. You're just such a respected person and I hate to see someone like you dealing with such a horrible loss. You'll further be in my prayers and thoughts.

Megan Root - 4/15/2007

Brian my heart and soul goes out to you and the kids right now, You are in my prayers and thoughts.

Karen Buckngham - 4/15/2007

Brian,

I am thinking of you and praying for your family. If there is anything I can do for you, please don't hesitate.

Duffy

Duffy Brown - 4/15/2007

To Deanna Diane Shultz Family,
I had known Deanna when we were in grade school. She was a very special friend, I had grown up with her from the first grade to the eigth grade. We had not seen each other much after that but when we ran into each other in stores, she was always so pleasant and nice. The last time I saw her was last year in August during the fair in Riverton. She looked so happy with her family. I just wanted to say how sorry I was to read in the paper of your loss. She will be missed a lot. She had a lot of friends out here on the Wind River Indian Reservation. God Bless You All.

Julia Friday Antelope - 4/15/2007

Brian, we were very sorry to hear about your loss. Heartfelt thoughts and deepest sympathy from Marc, Lana, Easton, and Luke Dolan.

Marc Dolan Family - 4/15/2007

Brian and Family,

Words cannot describe our heartfelt thoughts to all of you during this time. We will always remember Deanna as a happy, fun loving person. I wish I could be there, but know that we are thinking of you and your family.

Matt, Leah, Anisten, & Avery Shute - 4/15/2007

Brian and Family,

Our hearts are heavy with the loss you have endured. We send our prayers and love during this difficult time. Please know that all of your friends are with you to help strengthen and encourage you and your family!

Devin & Kim Davis and Kids

Devin Davis - 4/15/2007

Brian and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Please know that there is much love and friendship that surround you. We are so sorry for your loss. We will continue to think and pray for your beautiful and strong family.

Brian & Marni Marso - 4/15/2007

Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. Deanna will be sorely missed.
Mike Logan

Mike Logan - 4/16/2007

Brian ~
You do not know me, but I knew Deanna as a little girl. I left wyoming before she grew up but have seen pictures etc thru a mutual friend. I'm so sorry for your loss! I'm also grieving so much for the Hyatt family and the pain that they are in right now. I will continue to keep you all in my prayers!!

Jamie Turrentine
Houston, TX

Jamie Turrentine - 4/16/2007

To Deanna's Family;
Words do not come easy at a time like this. Deanna was a great person who had a great sense of humor. No matter what the situation was, she always seemed to have a smile on her face. She will be greatly missed by all of the people who's lives she touched.

Tadd and Amanda Curtin
Lander, Wyoming

Tadd Curtin - 4/16/2007

You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. Hugs of strength from The Lord will carry you thru. We will all be here to help in any way. Our best to you.

Kathy E - 4/16/2007

Brian, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I just wanted to let you know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. From an old friend, Stacey Link (Bakker)

Stacey Link (Bakker) - 4/16/2007

Brian and kids,
Please know that you are in our thoughts. It is hard to imagine what is going on in someone's head at the time of a suicide. I have thought endlessly about this over the weekend and still have a hard time grasping the fact that she is not going to be around anymore.Deanna was a very special person. I admired her for many years. First as a star-struck little Wind River Cougar. She was the hero of lots of us little kids at Wind River. She was nice to everyone, even little kids who would go watch her games. After that I knew her from Smiths. She was friendly and helpful, always asking about the kids, my mom, etc... She was one of the only checkers that would go get her own price check. I'd see her take off running through the store to find a price instead of waiting for someone else to find the price for her. Such energy! Deanna's smile would light up the room. Her sunny attitude was contagious. Even if I was in a bad mood when I went into the store, after seeing her I would feel better. When she was pregnant with Kylan she was so excited and after he was born we would compare notes on our boys. She loved those kids so much. When the kids started baseball, there you both were. The Shultz' and their lateness was legendary in Riverton. Maybe it was from all those years on the rez? Who knows, but we knew we could start once you guys got there with your two little look alike kiddos. I remember talking to Deanna when she was going to work for the Ranger. She was excited, but I'm sure that many people missed seeing her at Smith's, I know I did. But I still would see her around, driving, busy as usual. I admire you both for the time you put into coaching and being part of the community. Shultz team will go down in Riverton history as citizens who deeply care about the kids of Riverton.
Brian, I do not know what you and Deanna were going through before this happened. It is not the public's business. Just know that there are many many people who grieve Deanna's passing and remember the good that she brought to many lives. I hope your kids will grow up knowing she loved them and was in a dark place to even consider leaving them. Keep each other close, surround yourself with positive people and your pain will eventually ease to a dull ache. No one will forget Deanna, but more importantly, we will not forget those she left behind, mainly you and the kids. Although Deanna is no longer here physically, her spririt will remain in the community by the lives she touched. Her thoughtful ways were seen by each and every person she came in contact with. Please know that we pray your pain will ease and you will remember the good times you had with her.
Fondly,
Tania and Brian Dion

Tania & Brian Dion - 4/16/2007


The families of Deanna:

I am so sorry about the loss of such a sweet, loving and caring person. I will always remember Deanna with her very sweet smile. Please know that my love, thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. No one knows why these things happen, but you just have to go on and hold on to all the memories you have of her. Deanna was loved by many people, and we all will remember her forever. Jeannie Portlock

Jeannie Portlock - 4/16/2007

Brian,
We were saddened to hear of your loss. Certainly, no words can express our sorrow at your loss. Please know we are thinking of you and the kids.
Lane, Teri, Tyrel, & Corey

Turner family - 4/16/2007

Shultz and Hyatt Families,

My family and I would like to send our thoughts and prayers for you. We knew Deanna through the Ranger and learned about all of you through the wonderful things she had to say about her family. She proudly displayed her love for you with pictures that surrounded her desk.

With our love,

Burl, Jolie, Jorey and Dillan Gies

Burl, Jolie, Jorey & Dillan Gies - 4/16/2007

Brian and Family,

You and your family are all in our prayers. We are so sorry for your loss. May God give you strength and comfort to get through the days ahead.

Kevin, Laura, Melissa & Matthew Harrington

The Kevin Harrington Family - 4/16/2007

Our prayers are with you at this very difficult time in your life. God Bless. Joshua, Shanda and Diann Byers

Diann (Hein) Byers - 4/16/2007

Dear Brian, Jacee and Kylan,

Cody and I, along with Brady and Baylor, would like to send our thoughts, prayers and love to you and your family. I first met Deanna when we attended Central Wyoming College together. We kept in touch after Cody and I left Riverton and moved to Cheyenne but really reconnected with her and your family after moving back to Riverton. She was one of the most bubbly people we had ever met. She was very proud of you and your children, that was always evident by what she said and the excitement she brought when she was saying it.

She is missed and will always be missed by those whose lives she touched.

With our love and prayers,

Cody, Robyn, Brady and Baylor Beers

The Beers Family - 4/16/2007

Brian, Jacee, Kylan, and Family,

Our thoughts are with you during your time of sorrow. My family has been blessed knowing you and watching Jacee and Kylan grow. We are here to help in what ever way you need and will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Melinda, Kaylynn, and Avery Cox

Melinda K. Cox - 4/16/2007

Brian and family,
I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. Deanna was always so warm and friendly. I will certainly remember her for her outgoing and friendly personality. Your family has been in my thoughts and prayers and will continue to be. Sharon Bailey

Sharon Bailey - 4/16/2007

Brian and Family,
Our prayers are with you and your children at this difficult time.
Troy,Kristal,Ashley,Erika and Courtney Eckley

Troy & Kristal Eckley - 4/16/2007

Brian,
This is Dave and Dean Parker's Mom and step Dad. Please know that our prayers will be with you and your children, as well as your families. And please remember that both you and Deanna have a lot of friends out there.

Mary and Don Saban

Mary Saban - 4/16/2007

To the Shultz and Hyatt Families:

My heart aches dearly for you. I have loved and adored Deanna for many years. My twin, Cate and I became fast friends with Deanna when we moved out to Boulder Flat. Although we moved from Boulder Flat at a very young age, we always remained in touch with this indisputably enjoyable personality. So many memories flood my mind but one that I will cherish always, is Deanna playing the part of “The Hobo” in the Stars of Tomorrow with Cate and I. We were approximately 6 years old and of course, we took first place in that skit! What a gift we each were given to have known such a precious individual. May you be comforted today and each day reflecting on the gift of your beautiful memories of Deanna. You are not alone and my thoughts and sincere prayers are with you at this time and always.

God Bless,
Christy Kimber (Hessling)

Christy Kimber - 4/16/2007

To Deanna's family and friends:

We just heard of Deanna's sudden passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May the precious memories that you have of her bring you comfort and peace.

Sincerely,

Del Howery, Jr & family
WRHS Class of 1987
Gillette

Del Howery, Jr. - 4/16/2007

To the Dear Hyatt and Shultz Families,

Each of us are saddened by the loss of our Dear Deanna! Words cannot express how deep a Love and concern we have for each of you, during this heartfelt time of grief. I was blessed to grow up on Boulder Flats, when Deanna and her familly moved across the road. We, ( my twin sister Christy, Deanna and I )became instant friends. We attended Mill Creek School and were never lacking for something to do, as she was a very vibrant, kind young lady. Deanna carried all of those wonderful traits into her adult life as well. She will always hold a very special place in my heart. The precious memories that I have been blessed with, have now become a gift from God. I am reminded of a scripture verse that I pray will encourage each of you.

" I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13

With Much Sympathy, Cate Wyrick (Hessling)

Cate Wyrick & Family - 4/16/2007

I have only the happiest of memories. Thank you for sharing her with us for too brief a time.

Carolyn Tyler with the Riverton Ranger

Carolyn B. Tyler - 4/16/2007

Mr Shultz
Im sorry to hear about your wife. You and your kids are in my prayers. Tyler Pena

Tyler Pena - 4/16/2007

Henri Nouwen:
When we honestly ask ourselves which person in our lives means the most us, we often find that it is those who, instead of giving much advice, solutions, or cures, have chosen rather to share our pain and touch our wounds with a gentle and tender hand. The friend who can be silent with us in a moment of despair or confusion, who can stay with us in an hour of grief and bereavement, who can tolerate not knowing, not curing, not healing and face with us the reality of our powerlessness, that is a friend who cares.Let those who love you help. Look your children in their eyes and there you will see Deanna and all the love, joy, beauty and greatness of the world.

Sheri Kilmer Burke - 4/17/2007

BRIAN SHULTZ AND FAMILLY;

JUST WANTED TO LET YOU KNOW OUR HOUSEHOLD HAS YOUR FAMILY IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. WE ARE VERY SORRY.

PAUL, BARBARA, COLTON, KAYLA, AND CODIE POLLARD

POLLARD FAMILY - 4/17/2007

To the Hyatt Family,
I always remember Deanna having a smile on her face. She was such a sweet and sincere person that everyone will miss.
Every time my wife and I talked to Deanna we always would compliment on what a fine person she was. We were blessed to have known her.
Please know that we share in your grief and have you and Deanna in our thoughts and prayers.

The Stowe Family - 4/17/2007

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts an prayers are with you. I went to high school with Deanna and we always had a lot of fun. She was a great campain manager for me when I ran for student body president. I won! Volleyball, basketball and track wouldn't have been the same without her!! I know she will be greatly missed.

Dorothy Richard (Dockham) - 4/17/2007

To Brian and Wally and Carole,
I hope you all know that everyone is thinking about you and wishing there was something we could do to help ease this pain you are suffering. You have wonderful friends in Riverton who will be there for you. Our thoughts are with you and those precious children. In friendship, Jerra and Ron Davis

Jerra & Ron - 4/17/2007

Mr. Shultz, Jacee, and Kylan
On behalf of my kids Thomas, Aaron and Amanda Coldiron, and myself I want you to know that you are not alone at this time in your life. The first time I met Deanna was in the fall of 1985 when I attended Wind River.(as a fightened freshman)But she was always very happy,smiling, and outgoing. So high school didnt seem so bad. It was so nice to be able to see her at the kids school in Riverton off and on after so many years of wondering where she was. It was obivious, she has adorable children and a husband who I know my son apprecaites as a math teacher, and a person in general. My heart goes out to Jacee and Kylan, for I know what it feels like when a mother takes her life at their age. My dad then raised my sister and I. Regardless of the situations, it still hurts and the unknown is still there. Everyone asks why? I havent found an answer to why, but I have found how to be compassionate, and non judgemental, to everyones situations. And I pass this down on to my children. Deanna will be missed. Mr. Shultz, I have no doubt that you will be able to get through this most hardest time in your life, because you have two children, that believe it or not, will help you in their own ways.

In our thoughts
Paula(Pribbernow)Fegler..mother of Thomas,Aaron,and Amanda Coldiron

Paula Fegler/Coldiron - 4/17/2007

There are never the right words to express the sadness we feel for your loss. Deanna has left behind memories that will live in your mind forever. Please know, at this difficult time that you are not alone.
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
The Johnston Family
Kevin, Connie, Delaney and Skyler

Connie & Kevin Johnston - 4/17/2007

Brian,
Jim and I are very saddened by your loss! Even though we have been away for several years, our friends there, in Riverton, are always in our thoughts and on our minds. Please know that we are with you and the kid's today. Please let us know if you need to get away, as we are only an hour from the Grand Canyon, here in Flagstaff. We would love to have you and the kid's down here. Take care!
Love,
Jim, Angela and Brianne Davis
928-607-1287

Angela Davis - 4/17/2007

Brian and family
With our sincerest sympathy. We are so sorry for you and your family during this sad time in your life. Words never seem to be enough, but always know you and your family and Deanna will be remembered in our prayers. God bless you.
Russ, Debbie and Amber Ackerman
Amy (Ackerman) Olsen
Tiffany(Ackerman)Czarnomski

Debbie Ackerman - 4/17/2007

Brian and Family,

I've been searching for the right words or a profound statement to help you through this difficult time. At this time words are hard to find so instead I'll offer you my prayers. My prayer for you will be that in time you will find peace, and hope, and understanding. And on the days that are difficult you take rest in and find strength from those who care for you and are praying for you.

My sincere consolences.

Shelley Chryst (Marlyst)

Shelley Chryst (Marlyst) - 4/17/2007

Mr Shultz,

I wanted to tell you how sorry I am about your wife. I have always respected and admired you and I am sorry for the pain you have to go through. Please know that I am thinking about you and wish I could do more to help you. You always were there to help me and I wish I could do more for you.

P. J. Barton - 4/17/2007

Dear Brian,

I am so sorry about Deanna. I always remember her with the greatest smile and always a happy story or event to tell about her children and family. I am very sorry for all the pain your are going through. My prayers are always with you. My very deepest sympathy, Sandy

Sandy Barton - 4/17/2007

I had the pleasure of coaching Deanna for her two years at Central Wyoming College. I remember her work ethic and down-to-earth ways. She only complained a little when she thought I asked too much of her. She was a lady and cowgirl (which takes a little juggling). She had a ready smile for friend and stranger alike. She was the type of person who put the team ahead of herself. And she really was smarter than a fifth-grader.
I am shocked by what happened and especially saddened for those closest to her. Words are important but they sure seem to fall short at times like these. To Brian and the kids: hug each other often, as though each hug were going to be the last one. Remember the good; keep it close to your heart and try to let it show in your face. Let the bad become nothing more than a dim memory and a place for the pain which must seem so constant now. Be each other's source of hope that the long lives you have ahead of you will be filled with love and peace of spirit. And remember that smile... And especially remember that smile...
God Bless you all.

David Carattini - 4/17/2007

Brian, Jacee and Kylan,
We want you to know that we will miss Deanna, we are thinking of you
daily. Our love and prayers are with you.
Bill and Darlene Carpenter

I (Darlene) lost my Mother the same way, I certainly understand the heartbreak you are going through. I have been through a lot of counseling over this. I would be happy to talk with you any time, if you would like.

Bill & Darlene Carpenter - 4/17/2007

Condolences to Brian & Children: We Thank God for meeting/speaking with Deanna for the precious time she was here. She will be sadly missed.
God Bless.

Augusta & Robert C'Bearing - 4/18/2007

Brian, Kylan, and Jacee -

Please know that our hearts were broken when we heard about Deanna. She was an absolute treasure to everyone who knew her. We will continue to pray for all of you and just know that if there is anything that we can do for you, please let us know.

Vance, Tish, Kaylee, and Justice Spriggs

The Spriggs Family - 4/18/2007