Mary Schmidt, 70, of River Grove, formerly of Forest Park, died peacefully on March 9, 2026. She will be remembered for her love of family and her strength. Her family and friends remember her strong will, her resilience, and the deep love she had for her children and grandchildren, the greatest joy of her life. She will be deeply missed.
Mary was the devoted mother of Michael Schmidt (Jennifer) and Daniel Schmidt (Sheilamill); grandmother of Nicole, Kirsten, Daniel, Raquel, and Kaylie; great-grandmother of Pierce, whose presence brought a special light to her last year; her sister, Kathy Elkins, and her brother, Oris Rutter.
Visitation and funeral service were held on March 14 at Zimmerman-Harnett Funeral Home, Forest Park.