Timothy J. Schuster

Timothy Joseph Schuster was born on January 13, 1969, in Ft. Dodge, Iowa, to Don and Donna Schuster. He passed away on September 26, 2014, at the age of 45.

Tim graduated from Shepherd High School in Palos Heights, Illinois, and enlisted in the Air Force following graduation. During his 23 year career, he deployed twice and retired as a Master Sergeant. Tim was hired by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office in July 1993. During his 21 year career, he served in multiple capacities including jail, patrol, accident reconstruction, firearms instructor, Honor Guard Commander, Field Training Officer, Metro Star member, and was currently assigned as the traffic detective.

Tim enjoyed riding motorcycles with his wife Heidi, spending time with family, and cheering on the Iowa Hawkeyes and Chicago Bears.

Tim is survived by his wife, Heidi Schuster; his four children, Hailie (Jordan) Marinovich, Daniel Schuster, Delana Schuster, and Makayla Zulaica; family companion, Sapper; his parents, Don and Donna Schuster; siblings, Tina (Kelly) Hindman, Tammy (Tim) O’Tool, Tisha (Matt) Barker, and Tom (Keri) Schuster; as well as 10 nieces and nephews, and countless friends. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Azariel.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 2, 2014, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Grace Church, 4200 E. 25th Street in Des Moines. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, October 3, 2014, at Grace Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Tim’s family in his honor.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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