" Frankie was this Broolyn boy's first friend when I moved to Middleburgh. I always enjoyed our time together playing ball for MCS. My heartfelt condolences to your family."
In loving memory of
Frank J. Schmidt
March 21, 1931 - October 22, 2016
Frank J. Schmidt, Jr., 85, of Punta Gorda died October 22, 2016 at the Douglas T. Jacobson State Veterans’ Home in Port Charlotte, FL. He was born March 21, 1931 in Passaic, New Jersey, the son of Frank and Mary Schmidt, Sr. He attended PS1 School in New York City and Middleburgh Central School in Middleburgh, New York, graduating in 1949.
Frank enlisted in the US Navy in 1949 and was stationed aboard the USS Theodore E. Chandler DD-717 in San Diego. California and was deployed to the Far East when the North Korean’s People’s Army invaded South Korea. The destroyer joined Helena in a highly successful shoot near Sinehang, during which the two ships destroyed a North Korean supply train and damaged several bridges and tunnels. After a total of three tours, Frank returned to the States and was stationed in Key West, Florida and was discharged in 1953.
Frank was married to Nancy Coschina on September 3, 1955 at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church in Schoharie, NY. He and Nancy co-owned Schmidt’s TV Sales and Service in Middleburgh, NY. They also owned the Schoharie County Electronic Cable Company, Inc. He was a member of the Middleburgh Rotary Club, the Cobleskill County Club, and a lifetime member of the BPOE 2153 Elks Club and past Commander of the Timothy Murphy American Legion Post #248. He and his family also enjoyed their summers on Otsego Lake in Cooperstown, NY.
Frank and his family relocated to Punta Gorda in 1977 where he enjoyed boating, bowling, fishing, traveling and spending time with his family. He was employed in Sales and Real Estate Development until his retirement in 1995.
Frank is survived by his son, Frank (Debi) Schmidt III of Saranac Lake, NY, daughters, Sandra (James) Bause of Marietta, GA, Lauren Schmidt of Punta Gorda, Amy (Roger) Birchfield of Harbor Heights; grandchildren, Jeremy (Alexa) Birchfield, Mary (Brandan) Bird, Melissa (Michael) Leitner, Patrick (Trisha) Bause, Kimberly (Tim) Scollo, Kyle Spoor, Nicholas Schmidt, and Sydney Schmidt; great-grandchildren, Makayla and Hayden Bird, Riley and Tanner Birchfield, Addison and Charlotte Leitner; brother John Schmidt of Pueblo, CO, Mary Brampton of Rancho Cucamonga, CA and several nieces and nephews.
Frank was predeceased by his wife Nancy and his sister Rose Frye.
A funeral service with full military honors will be held at the National Cemetery in Sarasota, FL on Monday, November 7, 2016 at 11:30 AM.
Memorial donations may be made to the Douglas T. Jacobson State Veterans’ Home Resident Fund, 21281 Grayton Terrace, Port Charlotte, FL 33954
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"I knew Frank Schmidt when I was in high school. He owned the electronic store in downtown Middleburgh. I was really into the Beach Boys and Mr. Schmidt would always order me the newest Beach Boy album for me. I still have those albums (in mono) and still play them from time to time. Sorry for your loss, I remember him as a good man. "
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. I will never forget the memories of family gatherings in New York. Send our love to all you and families. "
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this difficult time. We will never forget the memories of visiting to Florida and Schmidt family. "
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this difficult time. We will never forget the memories of visiting to Florida and Schmidt family. "
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this difficult time. We will never forget the memories of buying televisions at your dad's store. "
"A good neighbor and friend. I know that you are now where you want to be; reunited with my precious friend Nancy. R.I.P."
"My condolences to your family on the passing of a good man He was a dear friend to my father John, and my whole family. I enjoyed many rounds of golf with him and his sense of humor was his trademark. God Speed and Gid Bless. Brad Fick"