Richard J Schmatz's Obituary
Richard J. Schmatz, age 61 of Madison Heights, passed away on May 13, 2016. He was born March 15, 1955 to Hans and Marie Schmatz.
Beloved husband of Barbara of 38 years. Dear father of Nicholas (Michelle) Schmatz, Daniel (Teresa) Schmatz and Erika (Randall) Tamm. Grandfather of Max, Rosalie and Gabriel. Brother of Irmgard Mueller, Gertrude (George) Krappmann and Ernest (Karen West) Schmatz. He was predeceased by siblings Mary Margaret Hubert and John Schmatz. He is survived by many nieces and nephews.
Memorial visitation Thursday, May 19th from 4-8 pm with a service at 8 pm at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R Road, Madison Heights.
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