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Thomas Schmidl Obituary

Thomas Brady Schmidl 68, of Live Oak passed away September 1, 2010 at UC Davis Medical Center surrounded by his loving family, following a short illness. He was born March 31, 1942 in Yuba City. He was a lifelong Live Oak resident. Tom was a farmer for 45 years. He farmed prunes, walnuts and almonds. Tom was a local representative for Sunsweet Growers, a lifetime member of NRA, a member of the Knights of Columbus & a member of the Elks Lodge. Tom loved the outdoors and some of his fondest memories were of his Colorado hunting trips with his sons Brady & Alex. He also had fond memories of his fishing days. Tom was a truly loving husband, father and friend. He will be greatly missed by many. Survivors include his wife of 41 years, Peggy Schmidl of Live Oak; sons: Brady (Beth) of Live Oak & Alex of Yuba City; & daughter, Laurie Cunningham of Missouri; parents, Ludwig & Betty Schmidl of Live Oak; brothers: Robert (Sandy) of Gridley, Mike (Kim) of Live Oak, David of Live Oak, & Phillip (Dede) of Yuba City; sister, Virginia Howard of Live Oak; grandchildren: Madelyn Schmidl, Jacob & Jordan Cunningham; numerous nieces & nephews. A celebration of Tom's life will be Friday September 10, 2010 at 11:00 am at St. Isidore Catholic Church 222 Clark Ave Yuba City. Memorial contributions can be made in Tom's name to a charity of your choice. Arrangements under the direction of Ullrey Memorial Chapel. Send Condolences at www.appealdemocrat.com

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Published by Appeal Democrat from Sep. 8 to Sep. 10, 2010.

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Karen Bernatchez

September 2, 2019

Dear Peggy
I just saw this pop up and had to send a message. Just a big hello from an ole town friend. I think about all of you and wonder what your up to. Im (Karen Perry) still in Maine and bounce back and forth to CA to visit my family. I do know how much you miss Tom and the loss if life changing. Please know people do care and my not express it in words but send prayers often. I hope you and your family are doing well and do tell Denise I will try to look her up next Ca visit. Take care my friend and blessings to your family.
Sincerely
Karen Bernatchez

Sharon Schmidl-Thompson

September 19, 2010

Peggy and Family, I was so sorry to hear about Tom. You are all in my thoughts and prayers....
Love, Sharon

September 15, 2010

Brady and family we are so sorry for your loss.Remember the good times,and the laughter and with time you will heal. All our prayers are with you.Mel Bloomfield and Family

Janice Cavazos

September 8, 2010

I`ve known Tom most of my life being raised in Live Oak and attending religion classes with Tom for many years when we were young. Our parents were friends when they were younger also. May God find strength for you during this most difficult time. Fondly, Jan Heinrich Cavazos.

Karen Bernatchez

September 8, 2010

Dear Schmidl Family, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you. Sincerly, Karen Perry Bernatchez Waterville Maine.

Lisa Strain-Lowery

September 8, 2010

So very sorry for your loss. May peace find you in this difficult time.

September 8, 2010

No time on earth is long enough to share with those we love or to prepare our hearts for good-bye.
The Appeal-Democrat Family

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