"I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences to the family on the loss of your loved one. May God almighty, father of tender mercies and all comfort continue to comfort you all (2 Corinthians 1:3, 4). How glad we are that God has promised to completely remove death, tears, mourning, outcry and pain (Revelation 21:4). Indeed we all eagerly anticipate the fulfillment of that promise. The Bible also provides assurance of a real hope of resurrection for our dead loved ones in the coming near future (John 5:25). May these promises from God bring you comfort. You can learn more about God's purposes for humans at www.jw.org "
In loving memory of
Harold E. Schmidt
October 5, 1931 - January 14, 2010
HAROLD E SCHMIDT MUSCATINE, Iowa - Harold E. Schmidt, 78, of Muscatine, died Thursday, January 14, 2010, at the Banner Garden's Hospice House in Mesa, Arizona. Funeral Service will be 10:30 a.m. on Friday, January 22, 2010, at the Ralph J. Wittich-Riley-Freers Funeral Home. Reverend Teressa Clark of the Faith United Church of Christ will officiate the service. Honorary bearers will be Mike Lawrence, Cal Bohling, Richard Busch, George Blackwood, Don Watson, Ike Cochran, Harvey Staley, Neil Hyink, Al Bengtson and Don Snavely. Casket bearers will be Kimberly Leos, Kory Hogan, Brandon Haynes, Melissa Welker, Tyler Welker, Toni Hershberger, Thomas Hershberger, Bradley Hershberger, Megan Hershberger, and Hayot Hershberger. Burial will take place in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, January 21, 2010, at the funeral home, with a Masonic Service at 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the KAABA Transportation Fund for the Shriner's Children Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, or the Faith United Church of Christ. Harold was born on October 5, 1931, in Des Moines, the son of Rudolph and Margaret Burham Schmidt. He was united in marriage to Letha D. Miller on March 9, 1968, in Wellman. He was a US Air Force veteran serving during the Korean War. He worked for Grain Processing Corporation for seven years from 1956 to 1963. He was a postal clerk for the US Postal Service from 1963 until his retirement in 1990. He loved the Iowa Hawkeyes, Chicago Cubs and the Chicago Bears. He also enjoyed bowling and playing cards. He was a member of the Faith United Church of Christ, Elk's Lodge No. 304 where he served as a past exalted ruler, Moose Lodge No. 388, Iowa Lodge No. 2 AF amp; AM, Kaaba Temple Shrine, VFW Post 1565; American Legion Post 27, and he was a life member of the Muscatine Hospital Auxiliary. Survivors include his wife, Letha Schmidt of Muscatine; three step-sons, Thomas Hershberger, Timothy Hershberger of Palmdale, California, and Randy Schmidt of Muscatine; two daughters, Candice Henry of Arvada, Colorado, and Marla Spurgeon and husband, Robert, of Muscatine; one step-daughter, Tina Hute and husband, Eric, of Muscatine; 10 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Bess Llewellyn and husband, Leonard, of Washington, and Betty Tobin and husband, Pat, of Ainsworth. He was preceded in death by his parents and two grandchildren.
Tributes
"When Bob lived on the west side of town on 3rd Street, he and his nephew Ed, were very active in our local Boy Scout troop at Hillside school. He also helped my brother make a soap box car that he won first place with. He will always be fondly remembered by our family."
"Bob was in the Silver Fox Patrol of the Boy Scouts and was a great Scouter. My Brother Jerry and I and the Patrol will miss him."
"Lauren and Dave, You don't know me, but I am Ted Domke's daughter. I remember your dad from way back. He would come to the farm to see his Aunt Francis. Aunt Teny's sister. He is older that I am, so didn't see him much. But remember him as a big tease!!!!!!! He is at peace now, and with his loved ones. God grant you peace and strength at this time. I guess we are cousins somehow!!!!!!! God Bless you both. Christ's love to you Gwynn"
"Letha: We wish to express to you and your family our deepest sympathies on the loss of your husband and father. He will be greatly missed. You will remain in our thoughts and prayers. Jack and Sandra Ramser Fellowship United Methodist Church"
"Letha and family. Please accept our deepest sympathies. He was a wonderful friend and will be missed by all. You are in our prayers. Larry & Evelyn"
"Letha, Harold is at piece with God's family now. He will always hold a special place in my heart as a wonderful Uncle. Our prayers are with you and the rest of the family. God Bless and take care."
"Letha, All of our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.God Bless"
"Letha, I was so sorry to hear of Harold's death. I didn't know him as well as I know you, but I remember you speaking of him often. Please accept my condolences, and know that others are thinking of you. Betsy"
"Letha & family.. When I recall "Schmitty" I smile becasue he was an onary guy, always full of pranks along with Hopi and Dean Tiecke. I can recall my shoelaces being set on fire many times by those guys. May memories bring a smile to you. May our sympathy warm your heart. God Bless."
"Letha I am sorry to read of Schmitty's passing.I am glad that you two had the chance to enjoy Arizona for a couple more years. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless and keep you in this difficult time. Sandy"
"Letha, We are so sorry to hear of Harold's death, hope all is well with you and your family"
"Deann,I'm sorry for your loss of Harold. My sincere love and prayers to you and your family.God Bless you,I love you! Patty"