Dr. Richard Jay Schmitz
May 14, 1940 - Feb 8, 2024May 14, 1940 - February 8, 2024
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Dr. Richard Jay Schmitz
May 14, 1940 - Feb 8, 2024May 14, 1940 - February 8, 2024
Place of birth
Joliet, Illinois
Education
Graduated from Joliet Central High School and Loyola Dental School in Chicago
Military service
Served in the United States Air Force, completed a one-year dental internship at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, OH, and served two and a half years in Turkey
Career
Opened his dental practice and retired in 2007
Memberships
Member of the Dental Society and Charter Member of Faith Lutheran Church
Hobbies
Enjoyed boating, fishing, gardening, woodworking, traveling, and learning about history
Family
Survived by his wife of 63 years, Sandra L. Schmitz, one son, four grandchildren, and one great-grandchild on the way
Preceded by
Parents, two sisters, and two canine companions, "Akila" and "Baby"
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Born on May 14, 1940
Joliet, Illinois