SCHULZE, Allan W., age 59 of Dayton passed away on February 27, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. He was an extraordinary husband and father, a man of generous heart and a well respected Veterinarian. Allan was born in West Chester on May 25, 1956 to Wallace and Roberta Schulze. He attributes his great work ethic and pure heart to his parents, respectively, and was proud to have had a close relationship with them throughout his life. Allan is preceded in death by his son Evan Allan Schulze (2014) whom he missed dearly; brother Gary Schulze, and his nephew Bryan Graham. He is survived by his beloved wife of 33 years, Cindy (Mangold) Schulze; children Jarrod (Ashley) Schulze, Leah (Kris) Wilson; grandson Landon; 2 brothers, 7 sisters and their spouses ; Mother and Father in-law Patsy and Kenneth Gore, numerous nieces and nephews and many close friends and extended family.
After a dedicated education at the Ohio State University, Allan earned his DVM degree in 1982. He practiced veterinary medicine with passion and care for over 30 years as part owner of the Kettering Animal Hospital. He enjoyed golf with his good friends and sunny spring days, but most of all he loved his family and spending time with them. He will live on in every smile of every grandchild, every hug from his children, and every heartbeat of his wife. He would wish only that you love each other, unconditionally, and with full confidence that there is so much good in life and the future that he will watch from above, with a smile and his arm around his son, Evan. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 12th at 3:00p.m. at Southminster Presbyterian Church with Dr. Jacqueline Nowak officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, in memory of Allan. Arrangements under the care of Westbrock Funeral Home.