It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved James L. Schmitt of Peoria, Illinois, born in Quincy, Illinois, who passed away at the age of 101, on March 14, 2024. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Lawrence A. Schmitt and Florence Menke Schmitt; his son Joseph; and his stepsons, James (Barbara) and Charles.

He is survived by : his children, John, Jeffrey (Elizabeth) and Judith Schmeling; his stepchildren, Bruce, Jeanmarie and Douglas (Sukyi); and his stepdaughter-in-law Michelle. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren; 2 step grandchildren; 18 great- grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

Memorial donations may be made to the Catholic Relief Society or the American Cancer Society.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Deiters Funeral Home & Crematory