RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, God In His infinite wisdom has called Edward J. Schmit, Jr. to his eternal reward; and
WHEREAS, The Chicago City Council has been/informed of his passing by the Honorable Marty Quinn, Alderman of the 13th Ward; and
WHEREAS, Edward J. Schmit, Jr. was the beloved husband of Debbie nee Edburg. Loving father of Heidi (Anthony) Skokal, Eddie III (Brenda Restaino), Heather (Dominic) Jaroch, John (Maria) and Nick (Meagan). Cherished papa of Eddie IV, Anthony Jr., Jillian, Joey, Peyton, Abigail, Giovanni, Vincent, Madi, Nino, Ava, Nicholas Jr., Dominique and Jennica. Devoted son of the late Edward Sr. and the late Claudia Schmit. Dear brother of the late Agnes Schmit and the late Rita Farrell. Fond uncle and cousin of many; and
WHEREAS, Ed was a 1963 graduate of St. Rita High School and a member of the Board of Directors, a member of the St. Joseph Club and a board member of the Valentine Boys and Girls Club. He was the proud owner of the Teddy Bear Day Care for 47 years; and
WHERERAS, Edward J. Schmit, Jr. leaves a legacy of faith, dignity, compassion and love; how, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED, That we, the Mayor and members of the Chicago City Council gathered here this twenty-first day of July, 2021, hereby express our sorrow on the death of Edward J. Schmit, Jr. and extend to his family and friends our deepest sympathy.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a suitable copy be presented to the family of Edward J. Schmit, Jr.
Marty Quin-n^ / Alderman, 13th Ward