Donald is survived by his son Donald G. Jr.(Denise) Schmit; and son David (Maria) Schmit; grandson Dr. Donald J. (Dr. Lauren Blum) Schmit, granddaughter Jessica D. (Justin Muench) Schmit, grandson Daniel P. (Stephanie) Schmit and granddaughter Annika B. (Andrew) Polinski, and great grandchild Dalton Schmit.
He is preceded in death by his loving wife Joan Schmit and parents Michael E. and Anna Agnes Schmit.
In lieu of flowers, Donald’s family has requested donations to the Alzheimer's Association. Donations can be made online at alz.org, by phone 800.272.3900 or mail: Alzheimer's Association, P.O. Box 96011Washington, D.C. 20090-6011.
A memorial visitation for Donald will be held Sunday, November 17, 2019 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM followed by a Memorial Service at 2:00 PM at Mount Auburn Funeral Home, 4101 S. Oak Park Avenue, Stickney, IL 60402.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.MountAuburnFuneralHome.com for the Schmit family.