Billy Schmidt Memorialized –Several hundred people packed the corner of 20th and Durfor streets in South Philadelphia last Thursday to honor Billy Schmidt, age 22. He was shot to death on June 6 in the early morning by a suspect who stole his phone. A Penn State student, he was scheduled to graduate in December with a degree in journalism.
His viewing is tonight, Monday, June 15, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Baldi Funeral Home, 1327-29 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA (ample off-street parking available). A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 11:00 AM at St. Monica Church, 17th and Ritner Streets, Philadelphia, PA.
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SOUTH PHILADELPHIA (CNBNews)(June 15, 2026)–William Schmidt “Billy”, age 22, passed away tragically on June 6, 2026. He is survived by his parents, William and Kristin (née Kastanek) Schmidt, and brother of Anna Schmidt. Cherished grandson of William (Bernadette) Schmidt and Patricia (Ted) Packer.
Nephew of Dana (Johnny) Troisi, Marla (Edward) Crosbee, Joseph (Marie) Gionta, Anna Muraglia, Margie (Roger) DeCicco, and Stephen (Janice) McKnight. Loving cousin to Jennifer, Melissa, Anna, Bobby, Lynn, Kristin, Natalie, Dominic, and Stephen, and is also survived by many dear friends and extended family members.
A proud graduate of Roman Catholic High School’s Class of 2021, Billy continued his education at Penn State University, where he was pursuing a degree in Digital Journalism and Media. He was entering his senior year and eagerly looked forward to graduating this December.
Billy embraced life with enthusiasm and a genuine love for the people around him. A loyal Philadelphia sports fan, he enjoyed spending time at the gym and had recently developed a passion for running. He was teaching himself to play the guitar and loved the music of Zach Bryan. He also enjoyed playing pool with friends at Buffalo Billiards and Station Bar and turned his love of baseball into a hobby business buying and selling baseball cards online.
Those who knew Billy will remember him for his kind heart, thoughtful nature, and unwavering loyalty. He was the type of person who would always make time for family and friends, offering encouragement, laughter, and companionship wherever he went. His warm personality and genuine concern for others left a lasting impression on everyone, fortunate enough to know him.
Though his life was tragically cut short, Billy’s legacy will live on through the countless lives he touched. He will be remembered not only for his accomplishments and ambitions, but for the compassion, friendship, and love he shared so freely with others. Billy will be deeply missed and forever remembered by his family, friends, classmates, and all whose lives were made better by knowing him.
Source Baldi Funeral Home,
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