James Schmitz Obituary
In loving memory of James Schmitz (Brooklyn Park, Minnesota), who departed this world on March 21, 2026 at the age of 91. James leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Schmitz to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Clem and Annette; his sisters, Mary Ann Maehren and Joan Wiik; his siblings-in-law, Eddie Maehren, Buzz Weidner and Rita Stuth; and his daughter-in-law Carrie Schmitz.
He is survived by: his wife Rosemary; his children, Tom (Pam), Katie Paulus (Greg), Jackie Peterzen (Tim) and Amy Umphrey (Larry); his grandchildren, Max, Erin, Danny, Michael (Erika), John (Erica), Thomas, Andrea (Andy), Timmy (Ashley), Laura (Ben), Ben, Emma and Nora; his sisters, Jane Weidner and Liz Dalhstrom (Kirk); and his brothers-in-law, Alf Wiik and Gerald Stuth. He is also survived by 12 great-grandchildren, many other relatives & friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions in Jim's memory to Sharing & Caring Hands (https://sharingandcaringhands.org) or St. Vincent de Paul Cemetery Fund that reflects his spirit of giving and love for community.
