Ethan Stanton Schmitz, 26, of Platteville, formerly of Livingston, made the decision to leave behind his emotional pain on Tuesday, March 19, 2024. “Nothing is more important than empathy for another human being’s suffering. Nothing. Not career, not wealth, not intelligence, certainly not status. We have to feel for one another if we’re going to survive with dignity.” -Audrey Hepburn

Visitation was held from 3 – 6 p.m., Sunday, March 24, at the Melby Funeral Home & Crematory, Platteville. Private family services will be held at a later date. Pastor Mary Ann Floerke officiated. The Melby Funeral Home & Crematory, Platteville, is serving the family. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Ethan Schmitz Memorial Fund. Online condolences can be made at www.melbyfh.com.

A complete obituary is in the March 27, 2024 issue of The Platteville Journal.