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Joy M. Schmitt

1939 - 2020

BORN

1939

DIED

2020

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Joy Schmitt Obituary

Schmitt, Joy M.
1939 - 2020
Joy M. Schmitt, 80, passed away Thursday, May 21, 2020. She was born June 2, 1939 in Circleville, Ohio and was a 1957 graduate of Pickaway Township H.S. She was a devoted wife and the world's best mother. Joy was a major supporter of the Little Theater off Broadway and was the creator of the Jr. Theater. She worked in the Players Theater and the Cloak and Dagger Dinner Theater. She also worked as a movie extra in movies, most notably, the movie Teachers that starred Nick Nolte. Joy was also known for her role as Mother Goose and enjoyed telling stories to children in hospitals and schools. She loved Disney, Zamarelli's Pizza, wine, and Christmas time. Preceded in death by parents Juanita (McKenzie-Shortridge) and Arnold McKenzie, stepfather Ralph Shortridge and brother Marc McKenzie. Joy is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, James Schmitt; children, Christopher Schmitt, Jimmy Schmitt, Michael Schmitt, and Julie (Schmitt) Lewis; several grandchildren and many more children she "adopted" through her life; brother, Gary (Linda) McKenzie; sister, Betty (Tim) Reese; and many other relatives and friends. Due to the current restrictions, a Private Visitation and Funeral Service will be held at SCHOEDINGER GROVE CITY CHAPEL. Interment Sunset Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Little Theater Off Broadway in Joys name. Checks can be made and sent to LTOB, 4664 Pebble Beach Dr., Grove City, Ohio 43123 or PayPal [email protected] . Arrangements by Schoedinger Grove City. Visit www.schoedinger.com to share a special memory or extend condolences.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from May 22 to May 25, 2020.

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Kaitlynn Martin

September 24, 2020

I grew up attending LTOB classes and absolutely adored Joy. She always made me, a very shy kid, feel included. Absolutely one of the funniest people I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. I still tell people stories of her antics. I'll never forget you, Joy.

Kira Deerman

May 27, 2020

She was one of the most amazing people I have ever met. I met her when I was 3 through the LTOB kids class. She was very passionate about theater and always encouraged us to do our best. I remember when I was little that when I would get upset in class, she would put me in her lap and sing me a song to cheer me up. She was overflowing with compassion for everyone she met. She always made sure to really get to know all of us kids. She has touched so many lives. Joy was an astounding women who deeply cared for all.

Sissy Deerman

May 26, 2020

I have known her since I was 3 through the LTOB kids program. She was one of the most amazing people that I have ever met. She was extremely kind and really good with kids. She always took the time to really get to know everyone and make sure that everyone felt welcomed. No matter how chaotic things were during class, she always was there for me and made sure I was doing ok. When I got upset, she would always set me in her lap and sing me a song to cheer me up. She was an astounding lady, and I will miss her deeply.

April Collins McGarry

May 25, 2020

The world will be a little less bright without Joy in it. She was a wonderful person who touched so many lives. My deepest sympathy to the family.❤

Patty Goldsmith

May 22, 2020

Joy was our neighbor and our children grew up together. Our son Scott was always at the Schmidts house. Joy was always a great person to everyone and she was always involved with her children and loved the theater. We would like to send our love and sympathy to the family and know that she is up there directing the show. Love Dick and Patty

Julie Lewis

May 22, 2020

Julie Lewis

May 22, 2020

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