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Ronald Schmidt Obituary

SCHMIDT

Ronald L.



Ronald L. Schmidt of Northwood, OH, passed away peacefully at home in his sleep on October 1, 2013. Ron was born on October 15, 1939, in Toledo, OH, to Leo and Rose (Gezo) Schmidt. Ron graduated from Waite High School in 1957 and then went on to pursue his career in commercial art at the Detroit Institute of Art. He joined the US Marine Corps and then married his high school sweetheart, Jackie (Phillips) Schmidt, on May 5, 1962.

Ron was owner and operator of S & K Office Suppliers in East Toledo for more than 30 years. Ron was a proud East sider! Ron was a lifelong member of the Teutonia Mannerchor, GAF and spent many years volunteering his artistic talents to the GAF when it came to festival time. Ron was a member of the Chicken Shifts, a local hot rod club. He was also a member of the Zion Lutheran Church of Latcha, OH and a Mason from the Lotus Lodge. He also loved snowmobiling, duck hunting, boating, fishing, and spending his weekends at his lakeside home in Marblehead, OH.

Preceding Ron in death were his parents and brother, Bob Schmidt. Surviving are his wife, Jackie; his only son, Scott (Kristi); his grand dog, Grayce; the light of his life, his only granddaughter, Autumn Grace; his brother, Gerry Schmidt; and sisters, Rosalie (Allen) Dong, and Charlotte (Terry) Eicher.

Visitation will be held at Hoeflinger-Bolander Funeral Home, 3500 Navarre Avenue, Oregon, OH, on Thursday, October 3, 2013, from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday at 10 a.m. followed by a service at the funeral home at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at Lake Township Cemetery. Memorial Contributions can be made Zion Lutheran Church, 26535 Pemberville Road, Perrysburg, OH or the charity of your choice.

"Ruhe In Frieden"

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Published by The Blade from Oct. 2 to Oct. 3, 2013.
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Er ruhe in Frieden.
Semper Fi. R.A.

October 5, 2013

Jackie, I am sorry to hear about Ron. Our love and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Love, Carol &Dick

October 4, 2013

Jackie - I am so sorry to hear you have lost Ron. I always loved hearing the stories of all the good times with your family. Take care of yourself and remember all those good times.

Ruth Weiss

October 4, 2013

Scott ,
I am so sorry to hear of you loss . My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family today and the days ahead.

Mark Pitchford

October 3, 2013

Jackie, So sorry to hear of your loss. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Sharon Langendorf Szabo

October 3, 2013

When Someone You Love Becomes A Memory--
A Memory Becomes A Treasure.
What great memories of Ron we have!
Always smiling always laughing always a friend.
John says Ron always made him feel apart of this extended family
We love you and have you in our prayers

October 3, 2013

Jackie, Scott and family,
Ron was truly one of the "great guys", always making you feel welcome and going out of his way to make sure everyone was having fun. He will be missed but he's left us with wonderful, great memories that will be with us forever.
Ike and Sue Ann, Brooke and Brian Wilson - Charlotte, NC

October 3, 2013

Jackie,
So sorry for your loss. He was such a good man and was especially awesome to my mom during all of the years she worked for him. He will truly be missed. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family!

Tracy (Kaifas) Gladieux

October 3, 2013

We all share in the fact that Ron brought happiness to all life has to offer. His memory, smile and respect will always be cherished.

The Kovacs Family

October 2, 2013

Jackie, So sorry to read about Ron. He helped me alot in earlier days when I needed somethings printed for the NOVFAA. He was always so friendly and kind. Jim and I both send our sympathy.

October 2, 2013

Jackie and Scott,
So sorry to hear of your loss. I am grateful that I got to see Ron when I was home in August (along with Busia).
He was a wonderful man and friend to our family for many,many years. He will be missed dearly!

Rick Moulton

October 2, 2013

I have many great memories of Ron. He was a good man.

Rocky Alessandrini

October 2, 2013

Whenever I was in town & saw Ron, he always had a hug & a smile - he was truly one of the "good guys" & will be missed.

Donna Shanley

October 2, 2013

you will be missed, we had such a good time in our journey through life with you & Jackie .friends are for ever we have laughed, cryed, joked together,our familes have grown up together,we have seen our grandchildren grow up .thanks for being in all our lives .have a safe trip ,tell Dan hi .love Judy & Joe

Joe & Judy Zargo

October 2, 2013

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