SCHULER, David Dean

Today's News-Herald, Lake Havasu City, AZ - Posted: Sunday, August 4, 2013 - David Dean Schuler of Lake Havasu City finished his last race peacefully while at home, Saturday July 20, 2013 at the age of 80. Known to many as “Dave” or “Papa”, he was born in New Vienna, Ohio, June 29, 1933, to parents John and Nancy Schuler. His family moved to California where he eventually enlisted into the Army, proudly serving in Germany for two years. Soon after, he met the love of his life, Billie Ann Ottele. Dave and Billie were married in 1956, and were married for 56 years. Dave, a retired Teamster, enjoyed sports, the race book, was an avid race fan, and a popular motorcycle racer himself. He was a lifetime charter member in the American Motorcycle Association, Hilltoppers Motorcycle Club in Long Beach, Calif., and was also inducted into the TrailBlazers Racing Hall of Fame. Papa’s main love was enjoying the company of his family and many friends. He always had a happy outlook on life and enjoyed all of his days on earth. Papa’s popular necklace “S**t Happens” symbolized his easygoing disposition. Dave is survived by his wife and longtime sweetie, Billie Ann; sons, Dave Jr. (Gina) and Anthony (Beth); daughters, Jeri (Dale) and Tracey (Lonny); brothers, Ivan and Jim; and sister, Dolores. “Papa” was also blessed with 12 wonderful grandchildren and six great grandchildren. He was dearly loved and will be missed by all who knew him. A Memorial Service will be at the Mount Olive Church, Saturday, Aug. 10, at 11 a.m. Military Honors will be rendered at the onset of the Memorial Service. A celebration honoring his life will follow at the church reception hall. In lieu of Flowers, the family requests donations are made to Mount Olive Church in honor of Dave Schuler. Thoughts and condolences can be sent to Papa’s family at www.lietz-frazefuneralhome.com. Arrangements were placed under the care of Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home & Crematory.