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Michael Douglas Schimmel

September 15, 1956 - July 26, 2020
Visitation
Kilpatrick Funeral Homes - Ruston
209 North Bonner
Ruston, LA 71270
318-255-2832 | Map
Tuesday 7/28, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Service
Kilpatrick Funeral Homes - Ruston
209 North Bonner
Ruston, LA 71270
318-255-2832 | Map
Wednesday 7/29, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Cemetery
Garden of Memories Cemetery
Highway 4 West
Jonesboro, LA 71251
318-259-6402 | Map
Wednesday 7/29, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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Michael Douglas Schimmel, 63, passed away July 26, 2020 after a battle with Glioblastoma Brain Cancer. He was born September 15, 1956 in Newton, New Jersey and passed away in his home in Ruston, Louisiana.  Funeral Services will be Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at 10:00 A.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home-Chapel in Ruston.  Officiating will beContinue Reading

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Debra Van Dine Schnieber left a message on August 7, 2020:
I am very sorry to have lost a great person that was in my life when I was little and to this day, Michael was the best big brother a little sister could ask for!!! My condolences to the rest of the family he is with our lord in heaven and is watching over all of us, he will be sadly missed but never forgotten. Debra Schnieber and Family
DeVonda and Alan left a message on July 31, 2020:
Peace to you all
Bill Hamer left a message on July 30, 2020:
Dear Ruth & Family My sympathy on loss of Michael. With hope for better times for all in days to come.
Karl and Rene’ Schmitt left a message on July 29, 2020:
Our prayers are with you for peace and comfort. Mike was a special friend. It is hard to put into words how much he will be missed. Thoughts are with you today and the days to come.
Karl and Rene’ Schmitt left a message on July 29, 2020:
Our prayers are with you for peace and comfort. Mike was a special friend. It is hard to put into words how much he will be missed. Thoughts are with you today and the days to come.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Pat and Jimmy Heard left a message on July 29, 2020:
He was such a friendly helpful guy with a heart of a servant! He’ll be greatly missed. He fought a hard fight.
Nan Womack Cole left a message on July 29, 2020:
Dear Ruth and family, I was so sad to learn of Michael's illness and passing. I know too that it would have broken my daddy's heart. I can see the joy in heaven when they saw each other. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. Sincerely and with much love, Nan Womack Cole
Linda Clark left a message on July 29, 2020:
My heart is heavy for you my friend.
Raymond (Bo-Bo) Malone left a message on July 28, 2020:
Praying for your lost. Mike and I was good friends we worked together for years at the paper mill. He will truly be missed by us all. He really loved his family that was talk There was nobody like his sweet wife (Sharon ) and little girl. May God Bless and Be with you
Kenny McBride left a message on July 28, 2020:
My deepest sympathies in your time of loss. I will always remember Mike as the guy with the answers for the Dish. He was a friend to all and will be missed. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Susan Follis Harville left a message on July 28, 2020:
Mike you will be missed. You were an awesome friend husband and Father. I will never forget the time y’all were going to Nashville and y’all came by to visit Wayne and I. When yall left to go on to Nashville and Brittany tore her doll and you turned around and came all the back to my house so I could mend her doll.what an awesome dad . Rip my friend.
John & Alleisha Aldy left a message on July 28, 2020:
Our prayers are with y’all. May God comfort y’all during this time.
Beverly Jay left a message on July 28, 2020:
Our deepest sympathy
Ed and Sherrie Rich left a message on July 28, 2020:
Mike was a super nice guy, and he was the best Dish guy ever. We will really miss him. We will keep all your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Lesli Causey left a message on July 28, 2020:
Sharron, I am truly sorry for your loss. My heart aches for you, Brittany, and your family. Please know that I will be lifting you all up in my prayers.
Joni mabry left a message on July 28, 2020:
Prayers for you all
Joni mabry left a message on July 28, 2020:
Prayers for you all
Joni mabry left a message on July 28, 2020:
Prayers for you all
Judy Williams Sonnier left a message on July 28, 2020:
Sharron, Brittany and family, I am so sorry for your loss. What a lifetime of wonderful memories that you will always cherish! Mike was an exceptional example of a loving husband and father. He was always the same nice man, it didn't matter if one year or ten years had gone by since I last saw him. Our prayers are with you all.
Danna Rundell left a message on July 28, 2020:
So sorry to hear. Prayers for all.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Neil and Shirlann Edmiston left a message on July 28, 2020:
Sharon, We're praying for ya'll during this time of sadness. Much love to all of you
Richie Zuber left a message on July 28, 2020:
Praying for ya'll at this time.
Marlette Ryan left a message on July 28, 2020:
Praying for Gods mercy to be with you in this difficult time. Praying for you and your family. Marlette
Marlette Ryan left a message on July 28, 2020:
Praying for Gods mercy to be with you in this difficult time. Praying for you and your family. Marlette
CATHY SWEARENGIN left a message on July 28, 2020:
Sharron and Brittany Please know our family were blessed to have known Mike. We shared some happy memories of you all last night. We pray for comfort and peace
Cheryl McBride left a message on July 28, 2020:
Praying for y’all?
The Deals (Brad, Lacey, Oli and Finn) left a message on July 28, 2020:
We are so sorry for lose. Praying for the entire family during this time and into the future.
Laura Gunter Boyett left a message on July 28, 2020:
In memory of Michael Douglas Schimmel, Laura Gunter Boyett lit a candle
Laura Gunter Boyett left a message on July 28, 2020:
Prayers for you and your family Sharon at this difficult time.
Billy Logan left a message on July 27, 2020:
In memory of Michael Douglas Schimmel, Billy Logan lit a candle
Kay Stinson Chung left a message on July 27, 2020:
Sharron and Brittany and family, I was so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I am praying for comfort and strength for all of you.
Robert & Linda Goss left a message on July 27, 2020:
Our thoughts, hearts and prayers are with you Sharron and family.
Ashlea meza left a message on July 27, 2020:
In memory of Michael Douglas Schimmel, Ashlea meza lit a candle
Carolyn Morris Ford left a message on July 27, 2020:
In memory of Michael Douglas Schimmel, Carolyn Morris Ford lit a candle
Sarah Lolley left a message on July 27, 2020:
So very sorry...he was a good guy...God bless the family❤️??
Sarah Lolley left a message on July 27, 2020:
So very sorry...he was a good guy...God bless the family❤️??
Judy Shows left a message on July 27, 2020:
So sorry for your loss! Praying God holds you close as only he can.
Kim Billberry left a message on July 27, 2020:
Dear Sharon , we are sorry to receive this obit concerning Michael. We are praying for you and your family through this difficult time and in the days ahead. May God wrap His loving arms of comfort and peace around each of you. Love, Kim and Tony Billberry
Loni & Troy Beasley left a message on July 27, 2020:
We are deeply saddened by your loss. You and your family are in our prayers. Good bless you during this difficult time.
Dr and Mrs Kim Pilkington and family left a message on July 27, 2020:
Thinking of you as you join together to celebrate Mike and what he means to your family.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Susan follis Harville left a message on July 27, 2020:
Sharon and Britney both of you are in my heart in my prayers. I am so sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. Sharon God will protect you and sustain you through thisIt is not easy I just lean on God and your time of sorrow he is the master planner I love you guys . Rest in peace Mike
Rhonda Spillman Bartley left a message on July 27, 2020:
I am so sorry for y’all’s loss. Y’all are in my thoughts and prayers.
James Benson left a message on July 27, 2020:
I’ve never met a more kind, honest man of such great character in my Life, you would go out of your way to help anyone as you did me many times . you rest high Mike and look down with peace. You will be missed by many sir .
Billy Willhite left a message on July 27, 2020:
So sorry for your loss Sharron. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tammy Halbrook Thomas left a message on July 27, 2020:
Sharron I want you to know I am praying for you. I have been praying for y’all since I heard that Mike was sick. Telling you “I am sorry “ which I am or saying “ He is in a better place “ which he is or saying “He was a good husband, father and grandfather “ which I am sure he was just doesn’t seem to be enough. I will just say I love y’all and lifting you up in prayer.
john becker left a message on July 27, 2020:
My deepest sympathy goes out to his loving family! He was my cousin, and a wonderful man! I will miss him! Rest in Peace Michael!
john becker left a message on July 27, 2020:
My deepest sympathy goes out to his loving family! He was my cousin, and a wonderful man! I will miss him! Rest in Peace Michael!
Lynda and Charles Mills left a message on July 27, 2020:
In memory of Michael Douglas Schimmel, Lynda and Charles Mills lit a candle
Victor Woods left a message on July 27, 2020:
My condolences to Micheals family.Went to Quitman high school with Micheal and his sisters. Always smiling, fun loving and enjoyable to be around.Had'nt seen him since school but still remember his gentle spirit.
Teresa Dezendorf left a message on July 27, 2020:
Laura, I am so sorry about Mike. I have been praying for him and your daughter hoping this day would never come. I will keep your entire family in my prayers asking for God to wrap his loving arms around all of you.
Kelly Smith left a message on July 27, 2020:
So sorry to hear about Mike. We are out of town or I would be there. Praying for you all! Love, Kelly
Sandra Buchanan left a message on July 27, 2020:
I am so sorry for your loss. I have known Mike since school. You and family are in our prayers.
Preston Atkins left a message on July 27, 2020:
My deepest heartfelt condolence for the Schimmel family!! Mike was a good friend of mine! Praying for the families healing in this time of sorrow. May God in heaven comfort and bless each one of you!!
Gary & Harlene Brown left a message on July 27, 2020:
He was such a precious man. Always willing to help any way he could. Such a great loss for those of us remaining but what an addition to heaven. Thankful he’s in no more pain. Praying for his family at this time and for the months to come. May God embrace you and give you peace.
Melba Ables Bellefontaine left a message on July 27, 2020:
My deepest condolences to Family and Friends. Mike is one of the finest and kindest individual I had the pleasure of calling a friend. My thoughts and prayers are with his beloved Wife and all his family. May he Rest In Peace with Jesus. You will be missed by many.
Random Kennedy left a message on July 27, 2020:
Sharon, so sorry for this great loss. He was a prince of a man! Praying for you and yours—Random & Tim Kennedy
Nana Pat left a message on July 27, 2020:
In memory of Michael Douglas Schimmel, Nana Pat lit a candle
Lisa Jane Ellis left a message on July 27, 2020:
Sharron, Brittany, Travis, Grandbabies and family, we are sooooooo soooooo sorry to hear the sad news of Mikes passing. We send all our love to you and are thinking of you all at this sad time. We had the pleasure of Mikes company for a week on one of your many cruises, we’ll remember those memories always, a truly lovely man. R.I.P Mike xxxx
Ernie and Helen Roden left a message on July 27, 2020:
So sorry for the loss of your loved one, Mike. May God reach down and hold you during this time of sadness. Will keep you all in our prayers.
Brenda Hayes Boston left a message on July 27, 2020:
My condolences to you Sharon and to your family. May God see you threw and give you comfort . Love you
Tricia Blades left a message on July 27, 2020:
Sharron, I am so sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. I just want you to know you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Tricia
Kilpatrick Funeral Homes left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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