Fred Schmel, age 88, of Wellington, Florida passed away February 8, 2016 at his home. Fred was a U.S. Navy Veteran. He was predeceased by his son, Alexander Schmel, and brother, Paul Schmel. He will be lovingly remembered by his family, including his wife, Jean Schmel, sons, William P. Schmel, Stephen G. Schmel, stepsons, Peter J. Costanzo, John Costanzo, grandson, David E. Schmel, granddaughter, Lisa K. Schmel, stepgrandchildren, Christian J. Costanzo, Matthew Costanzo, brother, Val Schmel, niece, Mary Ann Mayo.
The family will receive relatives and friends 2-4 PM Thursday, February 11, 2016 at Tillman Funeral Home & Crematory, 2170 S. Military Trail, West Palm Beach. Entombment will be held in Pinelawn Memorial Park, Pinelawn, New York.