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Joseph Schmidt Obituary
Joseph J. Schmidt, Proud US National Guard Veteran during the Korean War.
Beloved Husband of Heidi (nee Mannstaedt) Schmidt.
Loving Father of Terri (Patrick) McDonald, Linda (Chuck Doyle) Schmidt, Joseph Daniel “JD” (Sue) Schmidt and Michelle Simokat.
Grandfather of 5, Great Grandfather of 11 and Great Great Grandfather of 2.
Devoted Son of the late; Joseph E. and Marguarite (nee McHugh) Schmidt.
Dear Brother of Richard (Marilyn) and the late John (Sandi) Schmidt.
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Upcoming Events
Dec
17
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3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Kerry Funeral Home
7020 West 127th Street, Palos Heights, IL 60463
Send FlowersDec
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7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Kerry Funeral Home
7020 West 127th Street, Palos Heights, IL 60463
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Kerry Funeral Home & Cremation Care CenterOnly 3 days left for delivery to next service.