- Earl J. Schmidt, age 85, formerly of Shawano, passed away Tuesday, November 20, 2007, at the Pine Manor Health Care Center in Embarrass, after a long struggle with Alzheimer's disease. Earl was born on December 15, 1921, in Appleton, the son of the late Erwin and Mary (Brooks) Schmidt. Earl was a Veteran of the United States Marines and served from 1942 until 1946. On October 12, 1946, he married Lois M. Berholtz in Appleton. Earl loved to build things and even built their first home in Appleton. He worked at Wisconsin Wires Inc. for 38 years until retiring in 1984. He spent his retirement at his home on Shawano Lake. Earl enjoyed bowling, hunting, fishing and most of all, golf.
Earl is survived by his wife, Lois; four children: Steve (Pat) Schmidt of Hazelhurst, Marty (Sue) Schmidt of Hortonville, Lori (Jim Anthony) Schmidt of New London, David Schmidt of Rock Hill, SC; four grandchildren: Greg (Dawn) Schmidt of Green Bay, Tony (Nici) Schmidt of Woodruff, Matthew Schmidt of Phoenix, AZ, Joseph Schmidt of the U.S. Navy stationed in San Diego, CA; and two great-grandchildren, Olivia Kay and Addison Kathryn. Earl is further survived by a sister, Billie Altergott of Kiln, MS; brother, Lloyd Schmidt of Storrs, CT; uncle, Harold Brooks of Appleton; and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
The family wishes to celebrate Earl's life with just the family present at his home on Shawano Lake. A Memorial fund for Alzheimer's research has been established in Earl's memory. Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano assisted the family with the arrangements.
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Dad,
Thanks for being the best dad in the whole world, for always being there for us and for everything you taught us while growing up. I will treasure the memories you gave me and you will always be in my heart.
Love you, Lori
Dad,
Thanks for being you, dad and for giving us so much to live by.
Will miss you!
Pat
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1921 - 2007 (85 years)
Education - High School
