Thomas Hubert Schmitz, 87, of Houghton Lake passed away on Thursday January 16, 2025 at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City.
Thomas was born on July 23, 1937 in the Detroit area where he grew up and graduated from high school. On February 20, 1970 in Inkster Thomas was married to Joyce Marie Graves. He worked in the produce department and was a Produce Manager for Kroger Stores in the Detroit area. The couple moved from Plymouth to Houghton Lake in 2010. Thomas worked in the produce department in the Houghton Lake Walmart for several years. He enjoyed taking care of his plants and flowers, and was always working in his yard in the summer. Thomas was an avid fisherman, spending time on Houghton Lake. His special love was spending time with his beloved wife, Joyce, and taking walks with Joyce and their dachshund, Foxy.
Surviving Mr. Schmitz is his sister-in-law, Penny Adams of California. Thomas was preceded in death by his parents; and his wife, Joyce Marie Schmitz.
At the request of Mr. Thomas Hubert Schmitz no formal services will be conducted. Memorial contributions in memory of Thomas are asked to be directed to the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692. Christler Funeral Home, Houghton Lake Chapel is serving the family. Condolences can be sent to the family online at www.christler-holdship.com