Walmer “Smitty” Schmidtke's obituary , Passed away on June 23, 2022 in Granite City, Illinois

Walmer “Smitty” Schmidtke

June 2, 1935 - June 23, 2022 (87 years old)

Granite City, Illinois

Walmer “Smitty” Schmidtke's obituary , Passed away on June 23, 2022 in Granite City, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Irwin Chapel Funeral Home

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Walmer “Smitty” Schmidtke

June 2, 1935 - June 23, 2022 (87 years old)

Granite City, Illinois

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Walmer Schmidtke Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Walmer Schmidtke of Granite City, Illinois, who passed away at the age of 87, on June 23, 2022. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Walmer Schmidtke to show support.

He was predeceased by : his parents, John Schmidtke and Sarah Schmidtke (Isbrecht); his sisters, Wallie DiFranco and Martha Hyden; his nephew John Hyden; and his brother-in-law Mitchell Hyden.

He is survived by : his wife Norma Schmidtke (Turner); his children, Bryan Schmidtke of Granite City and Becky Schmidtke of Granite City; and his grandchildren, John Schmidtke and Alexis Schmidtke. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Memorial donations are suggested to The BackStoppers or to St. Jude Children's Hospital.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Irwin Chapel Funeral Home



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July 3, 2022

Bob Harper wrote a sympathy message

“Norma Bryan and Becky, I was saddened to hear of Schmittys passing. Lifelong friends of my mom and dad. Please accept my condolences. Love Bob & Kathy Harper and family.”


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Irwin Chapel
3960 Maryville Rd, Granite City, IL 62040

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3960 Maryville Rd, Granite City, IL 62040

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