Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium - Justice

7861 South 88th Avenue

Justice, Illinois

Leah Schmidt Obituary

Schmidt, Leah Marie Age 21, passed away suddenly on July 28, 2015. Loving daughter of Christopher and Elizabeth (nee LaBay) Schmidt; beloved wife of Bonnie Garay; cherished sister of Erica and Katrina Schmidt; dearest granddaughter of Anne (nee Gajniak) Cook and Elizabeth and the late Jerome Schmidt; dear niece to many aunts and uncles; dear cousin and friend of many; loving companion of "Reesie". Visitation, Saturday, August 1, 2015, 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium, 7861 S. 88th Avenue, Justice, Illinois where a time of remembrance and service will be held at 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to Pillars Child/Family Development Center, 8020 W. 87th Street, Hickory Hills, IL 60457 are appreciated. For more information, 708-496-0200 or www.kaminskifamilyfuneralhomes.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 31, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Leah Schmidt

Sponsored by Chicago Sun-Times.

Not sure what to say?





delaney schmidt

July 31, 2016

i am constantly finding myself thinking about you and missing you tons. rip angel <3

August 1, 2015

Our prayers are with you all.
Bruce & Irene Haugen,
Heather Kinross Spera

Sarah Cantore

July 31, 2015

To the entire Schmidt family, I am so very sorry for your loss. You have my deepest condolences. I will pray that your family can find peace through this difficult time. Please, if you need anything, do not hesitate to ask. Again, I am so sorry. Always remember the good times, she is with you all! Xoxo

Eric Woods

July 31, 2015

This is a very unbelievable nightmare. Truly kind loving friend that will live on forever in our hearts.

laura stack

July 31, 2015

rest in paradise beautiful leah

Jake Lucas

July 31, 2015

Condolences, gone but you'll never be forgotten. Rest in Peace Leah

olivia reed

July 31, 2015

Leah, I wish we remained as close as we were. I still have no words for this loss, my dearest condolences to your family. God needed another angel. Until we see each other again, there will always be a place in my heart for you. Love you

Jake Lucas

July 31, 2015

Gone but never forgotten. Rest in peace, you were always so happy and a pleasure to be around. My condolences to your family. Rest easy,the pain is over.

VeronicA Piwnicki

July 31, 2015

I Love You Leah with all my Heart and i Just wished there Was Something i couldve done to help but i lnow your Happy and smiling Now i Love You Baby girl ❤❤❤❤

Michael Lonero

July 31, 2015

Betty, Chris, Erica, And Trina, My Heart is in tears, and aches along with all of you's. I will always remember Leah's Great smile and Laughter as she knocked on our door many of times in Willow to play with Gina, and I will always remember the Swimming , Fishing, Baseball Games, Jump and Fun,Bowling, Holiday Inn, Golfing,Birthdays,Holidays, and way, way to many things to put here. It was a real pleasure and Honor to have known Leah and share all those precious times with her, and You's and My Daughter Gina Rose Growing up and having fun. I know she is Certainly in Heaven with our Lord and, he has embraced her With his loving arms, and we all shall meet her again in Heaven. God Bless ...

Zachary Ward

July 31, 2015

You will be missed Leah, forever in our hearts.

Kristy & Lauren Lewis

July 31, 2015

Our deepest condolences

Alyssa Hamer

July 31, 2015

Many hearts are saddened by your loss; our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Stephanie Mailhot

July 31, 2015

My heart go to the Schmidt family I have been in ur shoes wish u guys strength to get over this hump love u Erica my ❤Goes out to u

Ang Caltagerone

July 31, 2015

As the tears roll so do the good memories. Rest easy Leah you are forever in our hearts. Love you goose.

Showing 1 - 16 of 16 results

Make a Donation
in Leah Schmidt's name

Memorial Events
for Leah Schmidt

Aug

1

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium - Justice

7861 South 88th Avenue, Justice, IL 60458

Aug

1

Service

7:00 p.m.

Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium - Justice

7861 South 88th Avenue, Justice, IL 60458

Funeral services provided by:

Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium - Justice

7861 South 88th Avenue, Justice, IL 60458

How to support Leah's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Leah Schmidt's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more