Obituary of Jack R.W. Schmitt

The death of Jack Ralph Walter Schmitt of Lansdowne occurred on Sunday, December 1, 2019 at the Upper River Valley Hospital, Waterville. Born August 20, 1941 in Kitchener, ON he was the son of the late Ralph Schmitt and the late Rita Benninger. He was also pre-deceased by his sister Karen "Jill" Lankowski (Ronald). 

Jack is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Reta Joan Schmitt; son Andrew (Sylvia Marinovic), granddaughters Magdalena and Zara, step son Jonathan Lloyd and aunt Doris Finn as well as several nieces, cousins and extended family. 

Jack loved his home life, it was his favorite place to be. His home was his pride and joy as he had built it himself. He was a nature lover and enjoyed the animals, flowers and trees. A steam fitter by trade he took pride in being able to solve difficult problems that would arise while at work. 

A Celebration of Life will be held in the Fireside Reception Room of the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King Street S., Waterloo on Sunday, December 15, 2019 from 2-4pm.

Donations made to the Red Cross or the River Valley Cancer Support Group would be appreciated.