Matthew F. Schmeski Sr.

Matthew F. Schmeski Sr. obituary, Chicago Ridge, IL

Matthew F. Schmeski Sr.

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Curley Funeral Home

6116 W. 111th Street, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415

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St. Catherine of Alexandria Catholic Church

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Matthew Schmeski Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Curley Funeral Home - Chicago Ridge on Nov. 15, 2025.

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Matthew F. Schmeski Sr. Age 95 U.S. Navy Veteran
Beloved husband of 62 years to the late Esther (nee Barrett).
Devoted father of James (Cathy), John (Cathy), Matthew (Patricia) and Margaret (George) Daly.
Proud grandpa of Katie, Beth, Kevin, James, Steve, Matthew, John, Stephanie, Samantha, Matthew III, Katie, Erin and George and honorary grandpa of Marilyn, Bill, Scott and Amanda.
Cherished great-grandpa of 20.
Loving brother of the late Edward and the late Bob Schmeski.
Dear uncle of many nieces and nephews.
Proud union carpenter with Union Local 1 with over 54 years of service.
Visitation Thursday 3-8 p.m.
Funeral Friday 9:00 a.m. from the Curley Funeral Home, 6116 W. 111th Street, Chicago, Ridge, IL to St. Catherine of Alexandria Church, Mass 10:00 a.m.
Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery
Please leave a memory for the family on Matthew's Tribute Wall; your stories will bring comfort to his family. www.curleyfuneralhome.com 708-422-2700
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Upcoming Events

Nov

20

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Curley Funeral Home

6116 W. 111th Street, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415

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Nov

21

Service

10:00 a.m.

St. Catherine of Alexandria Catholic Church

10621 S. Kedvale Ave., Oak Lawn, IL 60453

Send Flowers

Only 3 days left for delivery to next service.