John R. Schmitt Oconomowoc, Wisconsin Obituary

John R. Schmitt

John R. Schmitt of Oconomowoc, passed away on September 9, 2020 at the age of 83 at AngelsGrace with his family by his side. He was born in Colgate, WI on September 19, 1936 to John and Adella (Friess) Schmitt. John is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Joanne (Charbonneau); his children: Michael (Barbara) Schmitt, Cheryl (Richard) Zimmerman and Julie Schmitt; his grandchildren: Brittany, Reagan, Sarah, and Jacob Zimmerman, Olivia and Matthew Schmitt; numerous nieces and nephews; brothers and sisters-in-law; along with many other family and friends. John is preceded in death by his parents; sisters Elizabeth, Priscilla and Isabelle; brother Jerome. John took pride in his military service and in later years fully embraced his role as a loving grandfather. Memorial donations in John’s name can be made out to: Stars and Stripes Honor Flight or AngelsGrace. A visitation will take place on September 16, 2020 at Pagenkopf Funeral Home (1165 E. Summit Avenue, Oconomowoc, WI 53066) from 4:00pm-7:00pm. A visitation will take place at St. Catherine of Alexandria Catholic Church (W359 N8512 Brown Street, Oconomowoc, WI 53066) on Thursday September 17, 2020 at 10:00am followed by Catholic Mass at 11:00am with Father Mike Strachota presiding. Burial will take place following the service at Glenview Memorial Gardens in Ixonia. Military Honors will be accorded. *Please note that Brown Street leading to St. Catherine of Alexandria Catholic Church is open from the south, however, the road is closed if coming from the north.
September 19, 1936 - September 9, 202009/19/193609/09/2020
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Linda Pagani
September 14, 2020
With loving memories of John Schmitt. Your family is in our thoughts and in our hearts, Adam Dabrowski, Quinn Family, Pagani Family
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Oconomowoc Molded Products, Inc.
September 16, 2020
We are thinking of you during this difficult time.
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The Schweitzer's (Including Scamper)
September 14, 2020
We feel so lucky and fortunate to have been able to get to know John over the past few years, and will miss seeing his smiling face every day.
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September 14, 2020
"John Schmitt" will remain in our hearts forever.
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Fred, Erica, Ayla+Everett Carli of Chicago and Lakeside, MI
September 12, 2020
To the wonderful Schmitt family, we love you all and share our deepest condolences for your loss.

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Jeff Haines
September 9, 2020
John was a good friend to my father Frank, to our family, and to my family. When I would be the lector at St. Catherine, John and Joanne always were there to bring a smile to my face. When I was alone I would walk back to them during communion so I could walk up with ... Continue Reading
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Harlan & Linda Uttech
September 10, 2020
Thoughts and prayers to the Schmitt family! You will be missed John. Always enjoyed talking with you when we were next door by Chris, Kim & Nathan. Harlan & Linda Uttech
Trisha Carlson
September 9, 2020
Rest in peace Uncle John. You will be missed, I almost had you as a Cubs fan. I will miss your monthly check in phone calls. Aunt Joanne you will be in my prayers. All my love Trisha
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