Donald Duane Schmidt, age 84, passed away peacefully on November 10th, 2023, with his loving family by his side. Don is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years, Joan (McEvoy) Schmidt, son Stephen (Carmen) Schmidt, St. Louis, MO, and daughter Cynthia (Brad Tafoya) Schmidt, Durango, CO. Dear Grandfather of Helena, Elijah, Noah, Joshua, John Paul, Benjamin, Seraphina, Isaiah, and Mark Schmidt. Brother of Mel (Linda) Schmidt of Bismarck ND, brother-in-law of Val (Marge) Frank of Bismarck, ND, and brother-in-law of Margaret McEvoy of St. Louis, MO. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mike and Margaret (Boesphlug) Schmidt, brothers Virgil, and James and sister, Vernice Frank, sister-in-law Marjorie Schmidt, great-niece Trinity Sweet, parents-in-law Edward J. Sr. and Helen (Quirk) McEvoy, and brother-in-law Edward J. McEvoy, Jr. Dear uncle, cousin, and friend to many.
Don was born in Burt, ND, on January 4, 1939, and raised on the family farm northeast of Mott, ND. Don graduated from the University of North Dakota and came to St. Louis to work at NGA (National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency) for 41 years. He served in the Air Force Reserves and was a 4th Degree and Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus, Webster Groves Council #2119.
Don, Joan, and their children spent many happy summers visiting the Schmidt family and farm in North Dakota. Don loved to ride his bicycle all over the area where he lived, golfing, getting together with their many friends, and most of all spending time with his family.
Don generously donated his body to Saint Louis University’s School of Medicine to train future physicians, occupational and physical therapists, athletic trainers, physician assistants, and educators.
SERVICES: Memorial Mass at St. Catherine Laboure Catholic Church, 9740 Sappington Road on Saturday, December 2nd at 10 a.m. Celebration of Life to follow at the Hearth Room, Historic Hawken House in Webster Groves. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Charity of your choice are appreciated.
Steve and family,
My sincerest and deepest condolences. May you find comfort in prayer and family support. God Bless you all. May your father rest in peace.
Sincerely,
Beverly Bucher
Steve and Family:
My heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow. Sending my deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Stephen,
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Wishing you peace during this difficult time, you and your family are in my prayers.
Sincerely,
My heartfelt condolences to the Schmidt family. I worked with Don at NGA for a few years. He was one of the most humble, gentle, & nice guys I have known. May God give you comfort and peace during this difficult time. Sincerely, Jerry Reierson
To my dearest friend Joan and the Schmidt family, my most sincere prayers and deepest condolences on your loss. I will always remember Don for his love and devotion to Joan, Steve, Carman, Cindy and Bradley and all of his precious grandchildren. Don was a dear friend to me and I will always remember his kindness. I pray you find joy and peace in the many fond memories you shared. We will miss you Don but you will never be forgotten! .
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To Joan, Steve, Cindy and all of the Schmidt family, I am sorry for your loss. Don and the rest of your family are so kind and thoughtful. I pray for the Holy Spirit to comfort each and every one of you. Love to All.