Thomas H. Schemm, 61, of New Bedford passed away Thursday March 12, 2020 after a brief illness.

Born in Belleville, New Jersey, the son of the late William T. and Rita I. (Sawyer) Schemm, he lived in New Bedford for most of his life.

Devout to his faith, Thomas was active at Our Lady's Chapel where he was an adorer at Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration. He also strung miraculous medals to be distributed to the faithful. He was very artistic and creative and enjoyed building model castles and villages.

He is survived by his brother, George E. Schemm; and several close friends and the Franciscan Friars of the Immaculate at Our Lady's Chapel.

His Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday March 18, 2020 at 10 AM at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 235 North Front St., New Bedford. Burial will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Visitation will be on Wednesday morning from 8:30-9:30 AM prior to the Mass. For directions and guestbook, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.