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John Schandelmayer Obituary

Schandelmayer, John Clifton, of Delray Beach, passed away suddenly of a heart attack on February 7, 2009 at age 60. He was a graduate of Florida Atlantic University and a Senior Vice President of Primerica Financial Services. He is survived by his wife, Vickie Lovell Schandelmayer; son Jeremy; brother Charles; mother Ann Schandelmayer, and many devoted friends. His father, Clifton Schandelmayer is deceased. John was an athlete who died instantly while enjoying a sport he loved, surrounded by many friends who valiantly tried to save him. He breathed his last breath happy, and loving life. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be sent to the following charities in his name: Humanitarian Fund – Bahia National Center, 1233 Central Street, Evanston Illinois, 60201, Youth Program – Fort Lauderdale Garden Club, POB 4114, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33338, St. Joseph's Indian School – POB 100, Chamberlain, South Dakota, 57325. Visitation will be Wednesday, from 10:00AM-NOON at T.M. Ralph Plantation Funeral Home, 7001 NW 4th Street, Plantation, Florida 33317, with Graveside Services and interment immediately following at Lauderdale Memorial Park Cemetery, 2001 SW 4th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33315. A celebration of John's life and times will be held on the weekend of March 7th in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Exact date, time and location to be announced. You may visit www.tmralph.com for further information and to write online condolences for the family. Arrangements entrusted to T.M. Ralph Plantation Funeral Home, (954) 587-6888.

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Published by Sun-Sentinel on Feb. 10, 2009.

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Ginnee Hancock

February 18, 2009

I am so sorry to hear of our loss. I am shocked and saddened for the loss of my old friend. Today I was going to skype him. Good bye my friend, I will miss you terribly.

Ginnee Hancock (Esperanza, Costa Rica)

N OBrine

February 13, 2009

A good man gone to soon

Vicki Gleason

February 12, 2009

May your memories comfort you in your time of loss. I knew John many years ago and have fond memories of a wonderful person. Keeping you in my prayers, asking for peace and comfort to surround you.

Greg&Sharon Fitzpatrick

February 10, 2009

We are so saddened by John's passing and will continue to keep you in our prayers. He was truly one of our favorite people and we will always remember his positive attitude and will always cherish the time we spent together. In John , we truly experienced the heart of a champion and we will miss him greatly.

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