Paul A. Schmidt: 1934 – 2008
Paul A. Schmidt, 74, a resident of rural Churubusco, died at 9:45 p. m. on Friday, September 26, 2008, at his residence following a lengthy battle with cancer.
Mr. Schmidt retired in 1987 after a 30-year career serving his country, first in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict, and later with the Social Security Administration. He had been regional manager of the Fort Wayne office for 14 years.
Paul was born on January 15, 1934 in Chicago, a son of Arthur and Marie (Dietz) Schmidt, graduated from Evansville Reitz High School in 1951, later earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business from Evansville College in 1961. He was married in San Diego, California on February 11, 1956 to Joy A. Sellers, and moved to Churubusco in the summer of 1973 from Lostant, Illinois.
A member of St. John Bosco Catholic Church in Churubusco, he had served on the parish council, and was a lector and Eucharistic Minister. He was extremely active in many charitable causes throughout the community, and was an avid hunter and fisherman.
Mrs. Schmidt preceded him in death on September 29, 2001.
The surviving relatives include his children Linda (Mike) Boyd of Westminster, CO., Vicki (Chris) Andreas of Columbia City, William Schmidt of Gilbert, Ariz., Nancy (Jim) Ritchie of Fort Wayne, and Jim A. (Patty) Schmidt and John H. (Jeni) Schmidt, both of Churubusco; a sister Dorothy Brooks of Allen, Tx; and two brothers Ed (Phyllis) Schmidt of Evansville and Bob (Jennie) Schmidt of North Port, Fla. There are twelve grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents and spouse, he was preceded in death by two sisters Norine M. Reinhart and Genevieve F. Minar.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a. m. Wednesday at St. John Bosco Catholic Church in Churubusco with Father Danney Pinto, the celebrant.
The family will receive friends at the Sheets & Childs Funeral Home in Churubusco on Tuesday from 2 to 8 p. m. The Rosary will be recited at 8 p. m. Tuesday at the mortuary.
Interment with military graveside rites will be in the Ege Catholic Cemetery, Noble County.
The family requests that memorials be directed to the Paul A. Schmidt Churubusco Football Scholarship, 4388 N. Sheldon Rd., Churubusco, IN 46723
To leave a condolence for the family in Mr. Schmidt’s memory, please click on “Condolences” below. . .
September 27th, 2008 at 4:28 pm
My heartfelt sympathies and prayers go to the family. Paul was a terrific husband and father. By bringing his family to Lostant, I got the chance to have a terrific lifelong friend in his daughter, Nancy. My love and prayers go to all of you.
September 27th, 2008 at 5:50 pm
HAPPY HUNTING,BUDDY. REMEMBER–YOU SAID THAT YOU WOULD SAVE ME A PLACE !
September 28th, 2008 at 8:28 pm
May God be with you all in your time of grief
My heartfelt sympathies are with you
Uncle Paul was a wonderful man and I loved him
Love and Prayers to you all
September 29th, 2008 at 5:58 am
Nancy-
My thoughts and prayers are with you today. May God provide you with strength and comfort in the time to come so that you know your dad is with He and your mom. I love you!
September 29th, 2008 at 6:37 am
Nancy, i just wanted to tell you that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers…. i don’t know if you remember me or not but i use to do your hair and went to school w/ Linda.
September 29th, 2008 at 12:40 pm
Vicki and Chris, we learned on Sunday about the passing of Paul. I lived his life through Chris. A great father, father-in-law, grandfather, and great grandfather, out doorsman, and a gentlemen. We know he will be missed and we offer our sympathies and prayers. Know we are with you and your families in our own special way.
Joe and Margie Williams
September 29th, 2008 at 12:49 pm
Bill,
I am so sorry to read about your dad. My heartfelt sympathies to you and Nancy and the rest of your family.
September 29th, 2008 at 3:25 pm
Hello All,
I was sorry to hear about Uncle Paul. I bet he’s in heaven talking to your mom and mine. He’s not in pain anymore and your pain will diminish as you remember all the good things about your dad. He had a wonderful sense of humor! He will be missed. Take care and love to all,
Carol
September 29th, 2008 at 5:00 pm
John, Jeni and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers. If you need anything at all don’t hesitate to call. Big hugs to you both.
Take care!
Renea
September 29th, 2008 at 6:37 pm
John and family,
Our sincere condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. May you find comfort and strength among your family and friends during the times to come.
Chris & Sarah Tomlinson
September 29th, 2008 at 6:42 pm
To all of you,
I can’t imagine the long road you traveled with Uncle Paul during his illness, but certainly understand the loss of a wonderful person! I hope he, Mom and Aunt Gen are laughing together right now! Love you all.
September 30th, 2008 at 8:06 am
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We will always remember your smile and positive outlook on life. Save some fishing for us Buddy.
September 30th, 2008 at 9:24 am
John, your father was a dedicated fan and supporter of the football program and staff. Thank you Paul! Thank you John, for your continued support and dedication to my husband. I am truly grateful. God Bless you during this difficult time. LeeAnn
September 30th, 2008 at 1:10 pm
Nancy and Keli,
There is no way to lessen the sorrow of losing someone so precious to you but please remember that we are thinking of you and wish you strength and comfort at this sad time.
September 30th, 2008 at 9:26 pm
I miss you grandpa. I will make you very proud someday. I love you.
October 1st, 2008 at 10:39 am
Dear Nancy,
So sorry to hear about your dad. I will always remember the young lady who came to visit on many occasions while you were in high school….My thought and prayers are with you at this time.
Love in Christ
Linda
October 2nd, 2008 at 1:17 am
To the family of Paul Schmidt -
You are in our thought and prayers. Paul was a terrific person. He touched all our lives, especially Denny’s. He was his best friend, and will be deeply missed.
Thank you, Paul….Keep an eye on us from Heaven :O)
October 2nd, 2008 at 6:37 pm
I have lost a brother of whom I was most fond and know the sorrow felt by all of his siblings. Paul led a wonderful life and was loved by all who were touched by him. Someone else will have to take over where he left off. I”m so sorry that circumstances prevented my being there but my memories of the time recently spent with you all will be with me forever. I love all of you. Uncle Bob @ Jeannie
November 15th, 2008 at 1:22 pm
Dad, I miss you more everyday….I love you! Give Mom a hug for me….I know you are together again and are happy….love you both and miss you terribly!