Billy Paul Schott

Billy "Bill" Paul Schott, 71, of Clearwater, passed peacefully March 4, 2018, with his loving family by his side. The love he had for his family, friends, golf, and fishing was undeniable. Bill served our country in Vietnam and had a deep connection with his fellow service men. Bill leaves behind his loving wife of 45 years, Christine Heim Schott; son, Christopher P. Schott Sr.; daughter-in-law, Louise M Schott; siblings, Robert Schott, Liz Lovdal, Becky Koon, Ed Schott, Teresa Kusmierczyk, and Glenna Davis; grandson, Christopher P Schott Jr.; along with many beloved friends. Bill and Chrissy were owner operators of The Heim’s Hotel Assisted Living in St. Petersburg and Central Accounting and Tax in Pinellas Park. Bill was passionate about his golf game and fishing the local flats. However, none of this compared to his love for his wife, son and grandson. A gathering will be held from 12:30 - 1:30 PM on Saturday, March 10 at the David C. Gross Funeral Home, 830 N. Belcher Road, Clearwater, where services will begin at 1:30 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations in Bill's memory to Vietnam Veterans of America at www.vva.org/donate/ David C. Gross Funeral Homes, Belcher Road Chapel in Clearwater is serving the family.