Judy Schmitz Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Judy Schmitz of Stuart, Nebraska, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on August 18, 2025 at the age of 82. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let her loved ones carry forward the torch of her memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of her love and the brilliance of her spirit. Though Judy may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, her essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Alta Small and Vincent Small; her husband John Schmitz of Bonesteel; her son Rodney Schmitz; and her grandson Austin Schmitz.
She is survived by: her children, Jackie Reeh (Brent) of North Bend, WA, Joan Schmitz of Stuart, Jenny Schmitz of Mission, SD and Jeff Schmitz of Sioux Falls, SD; and her sisters, Jane Hoffman of New Salem, ND and Lana Cadwallader (Dan) of Atkinson. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren.