Evans Funeral Home
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Carrington and New Rockford, North Dakota
701.652.3003 or 701.947.2911
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Joseph Schmaltz
Joseph “Joe” Schmaltz, age 74, of New Rockford, ND, died Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Sanford Health, Fargo, ND.
Joseph Adam Schmaltz was born on March 28, 1951, in Linton, ND, to Sebastian and Virginia (Heilman) Schmaltz. Joe attended school in Wishek and graduated from Wishek High School in 1969. Upon his graduation he enlisted in the United States Army. After an honorable discharge from active duty, Joe went to Officer Candidate School to become an officer in the North Dakota Army National Guard. He retired with the rank of Captain after 29 years of military service. Joe was a proud Vietnam Veteran. He attended college in Wahpeton, obtaining his Associates Degree in Electronics and also attended Cardinal Muench Seminary.
Joe enjoyed life to the fullest and had a passion for the outdoors. He had been on many hunting trips to Africa, Canada and throughout the United States. He went on many trips with his family to include elk, wolf, bear, caribou, and deer hunts, along with many fishing trips. Joe was especially proud of his five grandchildren, watching them as they grow and all of their activities. Joe was active at St. John’s Catholic Church through the years. He was a 4th Degree Knight with the Knights of Columbus Council #2477. Joe has always been known to be ready to lend a helping hand to all those who were in need.
Joe loved the ranch life with his horses and sheep. He was part of the 7th Calvary C-Company headquartered in Barlow, North Dakota. He along with the other members, would participate in many 4th of July parades with their horses and covered wagons. Joe was one of the founders of the Vietnam Memorial in New Rockford. He was essential in getting the tank and helicopter to New Rockford for display. Joe was a Commander for the VFW in Carrington and a member of the Raymond B. Thorn American Legion, Post #30 in New Rockford.
From the early 1980’s to early 2000’s he owned and operated Joe’s TV Repair in Carrington and then moved his shop to New Rockford. During this time, he also started working at the Post Office in New Rockford. Joe was a rural Mail Carrier from 1982-2009, when he retired.
Joe is survived by his two children, Jeremy (Jackie) Schmaltz, New Rockford, ND and Tami (Joshua) Ochsner, Aberdeen, SD; five grandchildren, CJ, Madi, Abby, Connor and Sierra; siblings, George Schmaltz, Mary (Lyle) Dollinger, Roger (Araceli) Schmaltz, Rose (Kenneth) Schlader, Lucina Savey, Linda (Gary) Visto, and David (Michelle) Schmaltz; and many nieces and nephews.
Joe is preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Dennis and Leroy and a nephew, Nick Schlader.
Joseph’s Visitation will be on Wednesday from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at Evans Funeral Home, New Rockford, and will continue from 4:00-5:00PM at St. John’s Catholic Church with a Rosary Service at 4:40PM followed by a Vigil Service at 5:00PM at St. John’s Catholic Church, New Rockford, ND.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, December 4, 2025, at 10:00AM at St. John’s Catholic Church, New Rockford, ND.
His Burial will be at St. John’s Catholic Cemetery, New Rockford, ND.
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So long old buddy
Rest in peace, my good friend
joe was a very good friend and roommate in college. had lots of good time together. sorry to hear of his passing . my condolences to all the family.
Im so sorry to hear about Joe’s passing. Joe was a great family friend and a special friend of my dad’s. A special friendship that will be cherished by all the memories they have. We are thinking of all of you during this difficult time of loss. May your many memories bring you joy and comfort during this difficult time.
Good fight soldier.
With honor!!!
Bob and I are saddened by the passing of your dad. Your dad was an inspiration to me and loved his Lord and Mary with all his heart! Our deepest sympathy to the whole family. We can’t make it for the services but know that you are remembered in thought and prayer.
Was just thinking how I hadn’t seen Joe in forever! It’s been a while since we worked at the post office. He fought a tough battle, for sure. To his family, our condolences and prayers for a life well remembered!
Joe was a great guy. He delivered our mail a long way from NR. Bought a beef each year from us. Deepest thoughts and prayers to the family.
So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing🙏 He was one strong gentleman , to have gone through what challenges in health he had. God Bless his Memory!
Joe used to be my neighbor back on the farm, He has always been in my heart, even though I have not seen him in a long time. I remember him as being the most kind and trustworthy friend, 🙏to all the family❤️
Sorry for your loss. He was so kind and gentle and full of strength. May he Rest In Eternal Peace Our thoughts and prayers will be with all on Thursday.
Sorry for your loss. Joe and I went thru OCS together and had some good times together.
Sorry for your loss Rose, Linda and Lucina.
Prayers for the family and all of the friends 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Joe was my classmate at Cardinal Muench Seminary way back in the mid 60’s. He was a quiet fella at the seminary but enjoyed farm talk and doing things outdoors. We were along with some others the “Germans” at the seminary.
I saw him a few times since then and always liked to ‘catch up’ with what’s going on with each other.
Rest in peace Joe, may God’s mercy abound for you!
Very sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. I’m glad I had a chance to know him. He was great to work with at KC’s.
Tami, sorry to see about your dad. I’ve been thinking about you and your family, thoughts and prayers be with you all.
I’m very sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Sending prayers of peace and comfort during this difficult time. May the memories you cherish live on forever in your heart.
My best buddy in Viet Nam. We also enjoyed several hunting trips together. Rest in peace, old buddy.
Condolences to Jeremy and Tami & spouses & grandchildren & rest of family..
Family and siblings of Joe schmaltz. Sorry for your loss
Sympathies to the family of Joe; we express our condolences and wish you peace and comfort in the memories.
David Widmer & Family
So sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts are with you
The greatest Father-in-Law a guy could ever want or need. I learned a lot from “Papa Joe” and will forever hold him in my heart. Be at peace friend. Honored to have had the privilege of knowing Joe.
Joes family
I’m so sorry for your loss.
Rest easy soldier. 🇺🇸
Schmaltz Family, So sorry for your loss. Joe & I were friends back in our childhood days at St. Anthony Church & Wishek, ND. May he rest in peace!
Mary and Lyle, I am so sorry for you loss. I just learned today of Joe’s passing. I have thought about him often and wondered how he was doing. You are all in my prayers.