Ralph Schmitz Obituary
Ralph's career centered around the Life Insurance industry. He finished his career as a life insurance executive and he was a member of Rotary. Ralph's career allowed him to travel extensively around the world. He made many friends and acquaintances along the way.
Ralph loved traveling with Marianne and playing poker with his buddies. He enjoyed spending time with his 9 grandchildren and was looking forward to being a great grandfather in May of this year. Knowing he would be a great grandfather brought him great pride and joy.
Ralph is preceded in death by his parents Peter and Edith Schmitz, and by his beloved wife Marianne Schmitz.
Ralph is survived by his four children, Wilfried Schmitz (Sue) of Houston, TX, Keith Schmitz (Lisa) of Keller, TX, Edith Kachnik (Bob) of Houston, TX, and Peter Schmitz (Pam) of Austin, TX. He is also survived by nine grandchildren: Andrew Kachnik, Kendra Schmitz, Kelley Kachnik, Alexander Schmitz, Zachary Schmitz, Emily Schmitz, Olivia Schmitz, Isabella Schmitz, and Ethan Schmitz.
A Rosary is scheduled for 9:30 am on Saturday, February 11th, 2023 with a Funeral mass to follow beginning at 10:00 am at St. Theresa of Lisieux Catholic Church located at 4311 Small Drive, Austin, TX 78731. Father Larry Covington will officiate. Interment will follow at Remembrance Gardens at Riverbend.
All are welcome to attend and celebrate Ralph's life.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to be sent to the charity of your choice in Ralph Schmitz's name.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.cookwaldenfuneralhome.com for the Schmitz family.
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