of Paris, AR
October 27, 1930 - October 7, 2015
Gerhard Schmalz, 84, a resident of Paris passed away Wednesday, October 7, 2015, in Fort Smith.
He was born October 27, 1930, in Paris to the late Joseph and Clara L. (Komp) Schmalz. Gerhard was a veteran of the United States Army, serving during the Korean Conflict. After his military service Gerhard worked as a machine operator. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Gerhard is preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Agnes M. Siebenmorgen and three brothers, Leonard Schmaltz, Eugene Schmalz and Raymond Schmalz.
He is survived by a sister, Olivia Fratesi of Texarkana; numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends.
A rosary service will be held at 6:00 p.m., with a visitation to follow on Friday, October 9, 2015, at the Roller Funeral Home Chapel in Paris.
The funeral mass will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, October 10, 2015, at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Paris with Father Eugene Luke, O.S.B. officiating. Burial will follow in the St. Joseph Cemetery in Paris under the direction of Roller Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Charles Schmaltz, Ronnie Schmalz, Kenny Schmalz, Harold Schmalz, Bill Elsken and Taylor King.
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6 Condolence(s)
LeaAnn Garcia
Friday, October 9, 2015
Mr. Schmalz was a wonderful neighbor. I loved his stories and enjoyed talking to him. We will miss him very much. Rest in peace and prayers to his family
Kymber Carter
Thursday, October 8, 2015
I will miss you Gerhard.
Lindsey Carter & Kymber
Thursday, October 8, 2015
Goodbyes are never easy. My Kymber loved Gerhard like a Grandpa. We were blessed to have known him . Prayers for the family.
Sheri Turner & Bill Elsken
Thursday, October 8, 2015
He moved across the street as a complete stranger, but it didn't stay that away for long. He became good friends and as close as any family member. We loved Gerhard, and we know he felt the same way about us. We mourn the loss of a great neighbor. Rest in peace my friend.
Paula Turner-Wiley
Thursday, October 8, 2015
Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends.
Paula Turner-Wiley
Joe & Darlene Becker
Wednesday, October 7, 2015
So sorry for the loss of your loved one. He was our friend and supporter of the coal miner's museum. The family is in our thoughts & prayers.