Allen Michael Schulz

Allen Michael Schulz, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, passed away unexpectedly from a heart attack in his home on Sunday, November 30th.

Allen is survived by his daughters, Rachel Last (Kyle Mitchum) of Sarasota, Florida, Haley Schulz of Tampa, Florida, Jane Fischer (former spouse) of Sarasota Florida, and his brother Jeff Schulz (Beth) of DePere, Wisconsin; along with many extended family members and friends who loved him deeply—especially his close friend Barry.

Allen was born and raised in Wisconsin and graduated from Waupun High School in 1978. He later earned his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin–Stout, where he continued to pursue both academics and athletics.

A lifelong sports enthusiast, Allen especially loved cheering on his beloved Green Bay Packers and following the world of hockey. His passion for the sport extended well beyond the stands; growing up, Allen and his brother Jeff played youth hockey together in Waupun and were part of two Wisconsin State Championship teams in 1973 and 1975. Allen also played a season in Fond du Lac, winning another state tournament there in 1974. He also played three seasons of varsity hockey with Waupun High School. He probably holds the record for the fastest Hat-Trick in WHS history, scoring those three goals in 14 seconds as a senior in 1978. He furthered his hockey career playing collegiate hockey at UW–Stout as a walk-on freshman, where he skated as a right wing and his competitive spirit truly shined. He was one of only two players on the UW-Stout team from Wisconsin. While there he traveled with the team playing in venues such as University of Alaska-Anchorage and the US Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs.

Allen also loved the outdoors. Some of his most treasured moments were spent fishing, especially on the piers along the Carolina coast. Those trips with his daughters—filled with ocean air, simple joys, and unforgettable father-daughter memories—are among the moments Rachel and Haley will hold closest to their hearts.

He had a sharp mind for conversation and enjoyed lively political debates, always delivered with wit and good nature. Some of Allen’s happiest moments were spent on the golf course with brother Jeff. They often reminisced about stories from the Rock River Country Club, or playing in high school golf tournaments together. There are even unique bar room stories they loved to retell. The dice cup story is a classic! After moving to North Carolina, children came along and he enjoyed time on the tennis court with his daughters Rachel and Haley as they grew up. Those memories remain among their most cherished.

In recent years, Allen found great joy in his work at the Harris Teeter Deli in Winston-Salem, where he took pride in serving his community and formed many lasting friendships. He was always ready to give helpful cooking advice over the meat counter. He could talk to anyone, which was a gift he got from his dad Orville.

Allen will be remembered for his kindness, his easygoing spirit, and the laughter he brought into every room. His loss leaves a profound emptiness in the hearts of all who knew him, but his legacy endures through the stories, smiles, and love he leaves behind.

In keeping with Allen’s wishes, no formal service will be held. However there will be a brief grave side ceremony with details to follow.

The family asks that donations be made in his memory to the USA Hockey Foundation, supporting youth hockey programs and helping children experience the sport he loved so deeply.