Geraldine “Geri” Schmit

Geraldine “Geri” Schmit of Port Washington passed away peacefully on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at the Lawlis Family Hospice in Mequon at the age of 86 years.

Geri was born on Sept. 29, 1937, in Chicago, Ill., the daughter of the late Edward Parker and the late Catherine (nee Byrne) Parker.  At the age of 8 years old, her family relocated to Sheboygan Falls, Wis.

Geri was united in marriage to Kenneth Schmit on Oc. 5, 1957, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Sheboygan Falls.

Shortly after they were married, Kenneth and Geri moved to Belgium, Wis., where they would raise their five children, Andrew, Martin, William, Tina and Barbara.

Geri and Kenneth enjoyed traveling in the United States and Europe, exploring different cultures and experiencing new adventures. One of her favorite things was the annual family vacation up north in Shawano and Eagle River, where she enjoyed spending time on the lake. Additionally, she loved the vibrant atmosphere of Las Vegas and indulged in the excitement of gambling, as well as playing bingo locally.

Geri is survived by her children Andrew (Kristine) Schmit, Martin (Kandy) Schmit, William (Sandy) Schmit, Tina Theis and Barbara (Kevin) Bichler; grandchildren Michael (Erinn) Schmit, Jenn (Chris) Goddard, Matthew (Malorie) Schmit, Benjamin Schmit, Ryan Theis, Luke (Faith) Theis, Elizabeth Theis, Elyse (Kyle) Voskuil, Abby (Jack) Hauser and Melissa (Richard) Armbruster; great-grandchildren Theodore, Violet, Jackson, Silas, Lincoln, Otto, Elyse, Lennon and Parker; and sister-in-law Marie Parker. She is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Geri was preceded in death by her parents, her beloved husband Kenneth Schmit and siblings Margaret, Joan, Catherine, Virginia, Mary Ann, Edward, Robert, Paul, Phillip and Richard.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024,  at 6 p.m.  at St. John XXIII Catholic Parish, St. Peter of Alcantara Church, 1800 N. Wisconsin St., Port Washington.

Interment will be at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Lake Church.

Geri will be in state on Thursday, Oct. 3, at the church from 4 until 5:45 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials of your choice are appreciated.

Please visit www.muellerfuneralhome.com to view the Geri Schmit video tribute or to send online condolences to the Schmit family.

The family would especially like to thank the staff at Lawlis Hospice in Mequon for all of the wonderful care and compassion.