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John Schardt Obituary
81 of Phoenix, passed away on December 29, 2016. He was born in Chicago, Illinois and came to Arizona in 1956 while serving in the U.S. Air Force. John was stationed at Williams Air Force Base. John had a private pilot's license and enjoyed taking his kids flying when they were young. He was a machinist by trade until retirement. He is survived by his wife Diane, children; John Schardt, Laurie Langley and Mitzi Schardt, step-children; Phil, Jim and Don Moriarity; Brothers; Andy, Jim and Mike Schardt; 8 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 5:00-8:00 P.M., Thursday, January 5, 2017 with a Rosary at 7:00 P.M., at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, in Phoenix. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 A.M., Friday, January 6, 2017, at St. Theresa Catholic Church, 5045 E. Thomas Road, in Phoenix. Interment with Military Honors to follow at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona at 1:00 P.M.
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May 15, 2018
To Mitzi , Laurie, and Johnny.
Im so sorry to hear of your Dad passing.
He was a good man, I remember that he was always working on the airplane that he was building. Some of the best memories of my life were spent in his house. I hope that all of your families are in good health and are doing great.
I Love you all , and Im so sorry for your loss. DERRICK.
Tyler
January 3, 2017
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. God is the hearer of prayers. May the God of comfort bring your family peace and calmness in your time of grief.
Crystal
January 3, 2017
Heartfelt condolences to the Schardt family. May the God of comfort, give you peace that surpasses all understanding during this difficult time. I hope you find the promise at 1 Thessalonians 4:14 consoling.
January 2, 2017
Dear Diane,
Our classmate Judy Gay Lewis called to let me know that John had gone to God. Please accept my sincerest sympathy. Hopefully it can be of comfort to you and your family that he is not suffering and is at peace.
Your St. Mary's High School classmate,
Esther Mariassy Kmetty
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