Deceased: Robert A. Schmitz, Sr. age 88 of Celina, Clay Co., TN passed away from this life at his residence on Thursday, October 8, 2020.

PERSONAL INFORMATION: Mr. Robert A. Schmitz, Sr. was born in Lemont, Cook Co., Illinois on November 25, 1931 to the late Michael and Mithilda (Gracak) Schmitz, Sr.; Robert was a steel worker for many years. He loved his family very much and was very proud of his grandchildren. His family will miss him very much.

SURVIVORS:   Wife: Pearl (Bromberek) Schmitz; 2 Daughters: Pat Wood, Diane Frankhauser and her husband Greg; 2 Sons: Robert "Bobby" Schmitz, Jr. and his wife Laurie, Brian Schmitz and his wife Julie; 7 Granddaughters: Sarah, Katie, Kiri, Tanya, Kalie, Taylor, and Kenna; 2 Grandsons: Kyle and Nick; 1 Brother: Alfred Schmitz; A host of family and friends also survive.

Preceded in death by: In addition to his parents; 2 Brothers: Carl Schmitz, Michael Schmitz; 1 Niece: Sandra Johnson; 1 Nephew: Mickey Schmitz; 1 Son in-law: Dan Wood; In-laws: Sam and Louise Bromberek.

Services / Burial: The family has chosen cremation. There are no services planned at this time.