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2015

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Daniel Schmidt Obituary

Schmidt, Daniel L. 57, of River Grove passed away December 17, 2015. Beloved husband of Laura (nee Gancar); proud father of Danny, Ricky, and Jamie; loving brother to Ron, Joe (Linda), the late Tom (Pam), and the late Jerry; beloved son of the late Elizabeth and Ludwig; caring son-in-law to Jean Gancar and the late Richard; cherished brother-in-law to Paula (Vince), Carla (Dan); dear uncle and friend to many. Best friend to Leo Karall; and best bud to his beloved pets Sadie, Weasie, Lexie, Peaches, and Nikko. Dan was a lifelong Blackhawks fan and will be greatly missed by all. Blackhawks attire is strongly encouraged. No flowers. Visitation Monday 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Prayers, Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. at The Elms Funeral Home, 7600 W. Grand Ave. (North on 76th Ave.) Elmwood Park to St. Alphonsus Church, Mass 11:00 a.m. Interment private. For info 708-453-1234 or www.elmsfh.com.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 20, 2015.

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Brenda Herold

December 12, 2024

Just thinking of uncle Dan the other day when we all use to go to J & Rs tap lots of fun with the family missed those days

Brenda Herold

December 13, 2022

MISSING U ALWAYS

Brenda Herold

December 12, 2021

Uncle Dan missing u.MERRY CHRISTMAS IN HEAVEN. God bless u rest in peace. Until we all meet again

Brenda Herold

December 12, 2019

uncle Dan was my favorite step uncle. lot of fu. he use to have concerts in the basement with the mail man who lived on the first floor. miss u lol brenda

Wanda Kuk

December 19, 2015

I was saddened to hear of your loss. Please know how very sorry I am.

Wanda Kuk

January 5, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your
time of grief. May your memories bring you
comfort.

The staff of Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care

JIm Strong

December 22, 2015

Thank you for all the memories we had on the softball field at Felpro.And the many hours we worked together at Felpro.Your memory will always be with me.And thanks for encouraging me to watch a live Blackhawks game.Sorry for your loss Laura and Schmidt family.

Cheryl Mrozek

December 21, 2015

Laura, danny, Ricky and Jamie so sorry and deepest sympathy for your loss, Dan will be missed, always talked about the hawks

Tom Meitzler

December 21, 2015

Danny Schmidt - A true Nelson Boy! Who never forgot his Nelson Street roots. Danny was like a Big brother for me growing up, I would not be the person I am today if not for Danny.

Danny you will be Greatly Missed - Love You!

Laura, Danny, Ricky and Jamie my deepest Condolences.

Karol Schaudenecker-Heneghan

December 21, 2015

Laura and Kim, my deepest sympathies. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Steve Karall

December 21, 2015

It's impossible to adequately convey the grief and loss I feel about losing Dan. I want to extend my deepest sympathy and wishes for peace to Laura, Danny, Ricky, Jamie and his extended family. So many memories roll by: St. Al's, hanging out in his basement, softball, concerts, etc. Dan cut an imposing figure, but had one of the biggest hears of anyone I knew. A more loyal friend would be impossible to come by. Keep rockin' til we meet again, Dan!

Sarah Schmidt

December 21, 2015

I am So sorry for your loss. The Schmidt family will forever be in my thoughts and prayers. Uncle Dan touched every life he came into and will be forever remembered. I love you all and wish you healing prayers. Please know, uncle Dan is resting in peace and is no longer in pain. Love, Sarah Schmidt & Family

Nick Nikola

December 21, 2015

We were at St Alphonsus together, great guy my condolences to the family. Rest in peace Dan.

Donna Brown-Abel

December 20, 2015

Danny was like another Brother to me.. My Brothers played baseball softball(in the alley)with him and I remember them playing football in the street..He will be greatly missed by many people..God took him home to rid him from his pain and now he's back with his Mom&Dad,Brothers and friends.. He was always kind to me and I'll cherish the great memories that I have..R.I.P. I'll never forget you!!

Cheryl

December 19, 2015

To the family, please know that during this difficult time that God feels for us when we suffer. Zech. 2:8.

Rick Meitzler

December 19, 2015

Gonna miss you Dan! I don't think I have any memories of growing up without you. The porch, Kathys store, baseball in the alley and football in the street. And one heck of a softball player. Loved his family and friends. Our loss is heavens gain.

George Weber

December 19, 2015

Sorry for the Lose Dan and I shared same birthday same age . We went to high school together played baseball together and attended several Hawks games together Dan will be missed. Go Hawks go greyhounds

December 19, 2015

to the greatest uncle ever u will b missed.my heart goes out to the family. i love u uncle dan. missing u.love brenda

Roy & Pat Gancar

December 19, 2015

Our thoughts are with all of you and we will keep you in our prayers this Christmas season.

Love

Uncle Roy and aunt Pat

The Florida Gancars

December 19, 2015

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

December 19, 2015

Will miss you and always remember you.

Wheels and Mrs.Brown

December 19, 2015

Dear Laura, Danny, Ricky and Jamie, We Love you all so very much. We will miss Danny greatly. You are in our Hearts and Prayers, Paula, Vince and Victoria

Kathy York

December 18, 2015

Sharing in your sadness as you remember Dan.

All Our Love, Kathy, Justin, & Kristen

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Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

The Elms Funeral Home - Elmwood Park

7600 West Grand Avenue, Elmwood Park, IL 60707

Dec

22

Prayer Service

9:30 a.m.

The Elms Funeral Home - Elmwood Park

7600 West Grand Avenue, Elmwood Park, IL 60707

Dec

22

Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

St. Alphonsus Church

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