John L. Schimanski, beloved husband and best friend for 54 years of Joan H., nee Moran; loving dad of Jack (Toni), Laura (John) Pacetti, Kathy Harmon, Carol (the late Lawrence Jr.) Racine, Joan (Chris) Mason, Marilyn (Eric) Sorensen, Don (Wayne Smith), Geri (Bob) Konchan and Lynn (Glen) Mazurowski; proud grandpa of 19; great-grandpa of two; dear brother of the late Ralph and Mary Duotwal. Member of the Holy Name Society and longtime EOM at St. Germaine Parish. Retired owner of the Oak Lawn Office Supply. Funeral Saturday 9:45 a.m. from Zimmerman & Sandeman Memorial Chapel, 5200 W. 95th St. to St. Germaine Church. Mass 10:30 a.m. Private interment, Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. Visitation Friday 3 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorials made to the Courage Program, c/o St. Germaine Church, 9711 S. Kolin Ave., Oak Lawn, IL 60453 would be appreciated. Info 708-424-0340.
