The remains of Schmitt — who was born in St. Lucas, Iowa, and attended what is now Loras College in Dubuque — have been discovered and identified in an effort led by the U.S. Department of Defense.

Currently being held in Hawaii, Schmitt’s remains will be transported to Iowa during the first week of October.

A service will be held in Schmitt’s hometown of St. Lucas on Oct. 5.

The remains then will be transported to Dubuque, where a wake will be held at Loras College on Oct. 7. A funeral service and interment will take place at Loras the following day.