[Nfb-river-city] [Nfb-web] Nick Schmittroth

[Tiffany Manosh]

 ---- Original Message ------
From: David Andrews <dandrews at visi.com
Subject: [Nfb-web] Nick Schmittroth
Date sent: Fri, 06 Oct 2006 15:26:18 -0500

     This is a short note to let you know that Nick Schmittroth
passed away this morning, Friday, October 6, 2006.  Nick and his
wife, Tai, were dedicated members of the National Federation of 
the
Blind.  Nick was serving as the Salt Lake City Chapter President 
and
was on the Board of Directors of the NFB of Utah.  He enjoyed his
profession, which was teaching orientation and mobility to other
blind people.  At the time of his passing, he was at home with 
his
wife, Tai.  She said that he passed away very peacefully.  Nick 
had
spoken on the phone and visited personally with many friends as
recently as this week.  He remained very alert and very
conversational clear to the end.
     Nick had battled melanoma for the last eight months and 
worked
as hard as he could with treatments.  Hospice then came into his 
home
to help him be more comfortable.  Tai wants everyone to know that
Nick appreciated the calls and emails that he received.  Funeral
arrangements are being made and more details will be sent as soon 
as
they are known.  The funeral will probably be Wednesday or 
Thursday
(October 11 or 12) of next week in Salt Lake City.  Information 
about
flowers or donations will also be sent later.
     Nick will be greatly missed by his family and friends across 
the
country.



David Andrews and white cane Harry.


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