- Steven H. Schmidt
(January 2, 1959 - May 4, 2013)
Steven H. Schmidt, 54, Green Bay, passed away much too soon from heart failure on Saturday, May 4, 2013. He was born January 2, 1959 in Green Bay to Arthur and Armella (Reininger) Schmidt. Steven was a graduate of Preble High School, class of 1977. On October 8, 1983, he married his best friend, Patti "Trish" Parent, at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. Steve had been employed at Straubel Paper since 1984. Steve was a devoted husband and father. His children were his life. The boundless love for them, his faith and family was evident every day. Steve's remarkable wisdom, humor and insight were a calming force for all who knew him. He was a selfless, caring, musically gifted man, who composed and recorded his own music. He was a member of the Annunciation Church where he sang in the choir. He used his musical talents to bring joy to the community. Steve was the leader of the Jam Band, a musical group of friends, that provided entertainment for the Quad Parishes. Heaven gained a great man.
He is survived by his wife, Patti "Trish"; two children, Patrick Steven Schmidt, Elizabeth Ann Schmidt and special friend, Alex Hupke; eight brothers and sisters and their spouses, Dennis (RoseMarie) Schmidt, Judy (Tom) Kunesh, Dee Krouth, Illa (Dennis) Laack, David Schmidt, Wendy Janosik, Patricia (Ed) Delwiche, Stuart (Cathy) Schmidt; two sisters-in-law, Mary Ellen (Gary) Allen, Nance Parent (Sabrina Jewett); many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his parents-in-law, Aarold and Phyllis Parent.
Friends may call at Annunciation Catholic Church, 401 Gray St., from 1 to 4 p.m. Wednesday. The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 4 p.m. Wednesday at the church with Rev. Ryan Krueger officiating. Blaney Funeral Home is assisting the family. To send online condolences, please go to www.BlaneyFuneralHome.com.
Steve's family thanks everyone for all the love, prayers and continued support from his many friends and family.
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