James R. Schmeltz

Jimmy, we miss you and thinking of you.

There are some days that go by that I think of you and Albert Terhune and how fun it was being around the big guys when I was a young kiddo growing up in Chatham... Sending thoughts and prayers

I was honored to know Jim over the course of my career in Chatham. Although we never served together with Chatham PD I always considered him a brother officer. At peace my friend.

as your former letter carrier, I always enjoyed seeing Jimmy, as he would always take the time to say hello and chat for a bit. One of the nicest guys I ever met! My thoughts and prayers are with you

I enjoyed my last visit in Chatham with you last fall before you took me to the airport. At peace at last. You will be missed. Pete Trench

Sorry to hear for your loss... Jimmy was a very nice guy as I knew him through Albert... As a young kid growing up, Jimmy was a calm and happy guy... He will be missed and remembered... God bless and rest in peace... Sending my deepest condolences to the family.

Maureen,
May God comfort you during these difficult times.

Jim Ford

Dear Maureen and Family,

It was my good fortune to have had Jim as a close friend during our years at CHS. Specifically I remember that Jim had an keen ear for music and still recall that he taught me to appreciate several musical artists long before they became commercially successful. After HS I moved away, but when I would return to visit, I often saw Jim playing at Rod's with Billy Jayne and his band. Jim also played with them at my sister's wedding in '77 here at "The Farm". ...