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Obituary: John J. Schmitz

John was a lifelong resident of Menomonee Falls and worked for the family business, Honey Acres, for many years. He was also a proud Army Veteran that served in WWII.

John J. Schmitz

April 9, 1923 - August 5, 2012

John J. Schmitz passed away on Sunday, August 5, 2012 at the age of 89 years.

Loving husband of the late Annette “Nookie” (nee Diehnelt). Dear father of Sherry (Robert) Nuszbaum, Robert (Judith) Schmitz, Guy (Kathy) Schmitz and Cary (Illeen) Schmitz. Cherished grandpa of Cyndee (Tom), Penny (Jason), Tim (Megan), Lisa (Nick), Daniel, Kevin, Danny and Tony. Great-grandpa of Tommy, Drew and Addison. Preceded in death by his sister Doris Sokol. Further survived by other relatives and dear friends. 

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John was a lifelong resident of Menomonee Falls and worked for the family business, Honey Acres, for many years. He was also a proud Army Veteran that served in WWII. 

A memorial gathering will take place at on Sunday, August 12 from 11 a.m. until the time of remembrance at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the AMVETS are greatly appreciated.

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The family would like to give a special thank you to everyone at Virginia Highlands for their kind and compassionate care of John. They would also like to thank Lisa, Jeanette and Beth from Vitas Hospice Care.


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