A tribute to Dad ..(1935 - 2012)

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"The Value of a man is not measured by what he does for himself to make his life easier, But, measured by what he does for others to make their lives easier."

Eric E. Thomas



Remembering Dad from his funeral & burial from 9 years ago. When a person dies, it isn't the cars they drove, nor the wealth they accumulated, nor the buildings they owned, etc. It's the family they were part of, and the friendships forged that can best sum up a man's life. 

Many, many of Anthony J. Schmitt Jr.'s family & friends paid tribute 9 years ago, either with cards, phone calls, visits to  White's funeral home, or at his funeral Mass ✝️🙏 at St Kilians RC Church in Farmingdale, NY.

I was touched by & will always value those who took the time to acknowledge Dad's life. Also, I will always  value my personal friends, from elementary school, from high school, from college, my former work colleagues, and my friends from everyday life who also paid tribute to my father. The people who stick with you through thick & thin, when times get tough they don't bail, but ask how or what can I do to help. ❤️👍😍  It shows not only the value of my Dad's life, but also measures how blessed I am in life. Truly, the real treasure in life. ❤️👏👍

Thank you, thank you.

Here are few snippets published in AJS Jr's obituary from 9 years ago . 

God Bless Anthony J. Schmitt Jr. (1935 - 2012) ✝️🙏❤️

Dear Family,

I was saddened and shocked to learn of your father's Passing. I am presently in Florida, so I could not be physically present at the Wake or Funeral, but please know that my thoughts and prayers are joined with yours at this most difficult time.

Sincerely, Joan Kirdahy  

April 17, 2012



Tony,

What an engaging and fun loving person your father was. I'm so glad I got to enjoy lunch with him when he visited. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy.

Chris and Ken Page

April 12, 2012


Anthony, I am so sorry to hear about your father. He was a wonderful soul and I know how much you loved him. He is with your mom and my mom now, having a wonderful time I am sure. All my deepest sympathies to you and your brothers and sisters.

Jean Clare Shea

April 11, 2012


Will always remember the summer Tony and Pat bowled with my parents at Maywood.

Len Moore

April 10, 2012


Roger, Sorry to hear of Anthony's passing. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Linda Krumenacker Dysart (Panama City, FL)

April 9, 2012


Never saw Tony without a smile on his face and a twinkle in his eye!! Rest in peace, good friend.

Jack and Georgiana

Shelter Island, New YOrk

April 9, 2012


Peace to all. It was too soon for him to leave us. God Bless.

Joe Garvey

April 9, 2012

Sitting here at my desk and thinking about Uncle Anthony aand have decided that and my favorite memories are the laughs we shared.

Paul Garvey

April 9, 2012




Keep doing good for others

Paul Schmitt

April 8, 2012






AJS photos

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