Jean E. Schmekel Obituary
The passing of Jean E. Schmekel (Sterling Heights, Michigan) occurred on August 27, 2026. Jean, born on December 3, 1924, is remembered by those who knew her. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Raymond Schalter and Ella Schalter; her husband Frederick Schmekel; her siblings, Virginia Gnuscke and Donald Schalter; and her granddaughter Kara Rae Schmekel.
She is survived by: her children, Raymond Schmekel (Jayne) of Carlsbad, CA, Diane Smale (George), William Schmekel (Carol) of Kansas City, MO and Gary Schmekel (Mary Beth) of Metamora, MI.; her grandchildren, Karli Golde (James), Kim Smale (Brandon), Kristen Smale (Marc), Megan Beierwaltes (William), Marc Smale (Samantha), Matthew Schmekel (Steph Fenner), Marion Schmekel, Nichole Felton (Andrew), Lauren Hirn (Erik) and Brett Schmekel (Bryanna); and her great grandchildren, Asher, Bram Golde, Ellie Smale, William, Charley, Bennett Beierwaltes, Liam, Charlie Felton, Cooper and Beckett Hirn.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Christ Lutheran Church, home bound team, 12500 Canal Sterling Heights, Michigan 48313.
