William Franklin Schmitz

William Franklin Schmitz obituary, Lakewood, OH

William Franklin Schmitz

William Schmitz Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by McGorray-Hanna Funeral Homes of Lakewood on Feb. 4, 2023.

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WILLIAM FRANKLIN SCHMITZ, age 95. Beloved husband of the late Mildred Hayek-Schmitz and Sara (nee Muraco). Dearest father of Robert (Kelli), Rev. James, Judy Strodtbeck (Mike), Janet Crute (Roy) and Barbara Fodor (Mark). Stepfather of Jeanne and Janice. Grandfather of 14. Great grandfather of 4. Brother of Carol Schlegel and the late Kenneth Schmitz. Passed away February 3, 2023. William was devoted to his faith, his family and his friends. U.S. Army Veteran. Funeral Mass Monday, February 6th, 11:00 AM at St. Leo The Great Church, 4940 Broadview Rd., Cleveland. Friends may call at THE McGORRAY-HANNA FUNERAL HOME OF LAKEWOOD, 14133 DETROIT AVE. SUNDAY FROM 2-5 PM. In lieu of flowers William's family suggests contributions to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959.
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14133 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, OH 44107

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