Arthur W. Schweitzer

Arthur W. Schweitzer, age 78, of Thornton, IL, passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025. Beloved husband of Margaret M. Schweitzer, nee Kroening. Loving father of Jessica (Marty) Johnsen, late Valerie Schweitzer, Arthur (Maureen) Schweitzer, and plus one Bryan (Chrissi) Kroening. Cherished grandfather of, Kearstin, Madison (Michael), Cody (Faith), Dakoda (Darian), Aaron, Arthur, Alex, Jazlyn, Catlin, Bradley, Jillian, Gina (Anthony), Jimmy, John (Hannah), and David (Amy). Great-grandfather of Tatum, late Thorin, Quinn, Emma, Lucia, Mila, Noah, and another on the way. Best friend of Bruce (Wanda) Huntley and best buddy of his dog Cookie. Dear brother of William (Mary) Schweitzer.  Preceded in death by his parents William and Eva Schweitzer.

Arthur worked as a painter and plant engineer at Ingalls Memorial Hospital for 30 years. He was a founding member of DSR Street Rods, a lifetime member of The National Street Rod Association, and a former member of The North Shore Rods Southside. Arthur was also a member of The American Legion and a lifetime VFW member.

Visitation with family and friends will be held Wednesday, October 22, 2025 from 3:00—8:00 p.m. with a funeral service at 7:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane, Dyer, IN. Interment Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. directly at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, IL.

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