Mary Jo Schildt

Mary Jo Schildt obituary, Chesapeake, VA

Mary Jo Schildt

Mary Schildt Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by J.T. Fisher Funeral Services - Chesapeake on May 8, 2025.
Mary Jo Schildt passed away on May 4, 2025 at the age of 73. Mary Jo was an adventurous traveler, a spectacular cook, and had an infectious sense of humor. She had a lifelong love of reading and the ocean, was a fierce board game competitor, and brought a unique flair to all aspects of her life. A true child of the '60s, Mary Jo deeply believed in peace, love, and rock and roll.
Loving wife of Bob Schildt, sister to Betty Kelly (AL), Kevin Kelly (Maryann), and the late Marty Kelly, and sister-in-law to Chris Schildt and Linda Pryor. Cherished aunt to Sean, Katie (Scott), Jennifer (James), and Chris. She held a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, and achieved her CPA which she used in her work with Parker Hannifin. She grew up in New York, lived in Massachusetts, Florida, Tennessee, and recently moved to Chesapeake to enjoy her retirement reading a good book on the water. She will be profoundly missed by all who knew and loved her.

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