1949 – 2020
It is with profound sadness that we announce that David left this world peacefully on his own terms in his own bed with his family by his side.
Left to mourn his passing are his wife of 51 years Bobbi; son Todd (Joanne); daughter Tara (Rob) and his pride and joy, the grandchildren Tyler and Katelyn. Also missing David are his sister Pat (Maurice) Verrier and family; brothers Greg (Julie) and family and John (Marilyn) and family.
David will also be missed by his close friends, George, Ghis and Russ at their Musketeer lunch every Wednesday for the past 35+ years. The four have become three.
David was predeceased by two infant daughters, Sheryl and Darleen; his father Connie and mother Ina.
Although trying many careers including managing a dive store and spending many exciting hours under the ocean around Vancouver Island where we lived for a number of years, the one career Dave was most proud of was running a computer school with his brothers teaching computer programs to adults providing them with the skills to re-enter the work force.
After Dave’s retirement we enjoyed a number of trips to warmer climates in the winter months, which he had to plan out to the last detail before we left, or on a cruise where the relaxation was easy and the food was plentiful.
In keeping with Covid-19 restrictions, a private service will be held.
In lieu of flowers, if you so wish, David would be pleased if you made a donation to the Humane Society or an animal rescue of your choice.
“On to your next adventure Dave, you have earned it.”
10 thoughts on “David William Schmidt”
It was a great run for Dave, he was a multifaceted, and interesting guy.
The remaining musketeers, are struggling to go on without him at our wed. Lunches Where Dave was a wealth of information to be debated and dissected. The only thing certain for the future is that He will be missed and celebrated.
Thank you for this Russ.
Dave was a terrific friend and a unique experience. In many ways he lived a fantasy life; for his inquisitive mind the thought of a new venture or trip was reason enough for intensive research and planning, to the extent that if it actually came about was almost irrelevant. Having decided to become a sailor, Dave knew more about sailboats than most ever would before he ever set foot on a boat. That project led to many hilarious experiences, some pretty scary, and a wealth of lost anchors on the bottom of Lake of the Woods.
So many great times, such a great friend, he will be sorely missed.
Thank you for that George.
Some of the lost anchor stories were pretty funny indeed. I wish we had taken some of those trips he planned.
Thank you George.
My sincere condolences to Greg and Julie. – Bob Strong
Dave, my buddy. A very special friend one of my best. I will miss our talks, our lunches, our trips and your smirk. As sad as I am that you are gone, I am happy you are no longer suffering. Thank you for all those wonderful years and great Memories.
Many wonderful memories. Thank for the kind words Ghis. I know David valued your friendship also.
Some of the lost anchor stories were pretty funny indeed. I wish we had taken some of those trips he planned.
Thank you George.
I am so sorry to hear of Dave’s passing and pass along my condolences to Bobbi and the entire family.
Dan Lemke