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2012
Brenda Schmidt Obituary
Brenda L. Schmidt, 53, of Fond du Lac, died Saturday, June 23, 2012, at her residence. She was born May 9, 1959, in Fond du Lac, the daughter of Chester A. and Audrey M. Willis Oaks. On July 15, 1978, she married Darwin L. Schmidt at Church of Peace, Fond du Lac. Brenda worked for the ARC of Fond du Lac for 17 years. She enjoyed playing piano, painting, collecting buffalo, and most of all spending time with her grandchildren.
SURVIVORS: her husband, Darwin; three children, Andrea Behnke, Fond du Lac; Christopher (Kea) Schmidt, Fond du Lac; Erin (Nathan) Delzer, Oshkosh; five grandsons, Anthony, Ethan, Skyler, Camren, and Keeton; one granddaughter, Tehya. She is further survived by her mother, Audrey (Gerald) DeWalt, Rockford, IL; three sisters, Marilyn (Roger) Verhasselt, Fond du Lac; Vicki (Bernie) Hoover, Fond du Lac; Heather (Michael) Montana, Rockford, IL; one brother-in-law, Mark Newgren, Waterloo, IA; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her father and one sister, Donna Newgren.
VISITATION: will be from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 26, 2012, at Uecker-Witt Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 26, 2012, at Uecker-Witt Funeral Home with the Rev. Gerald Schrankler officiating. Entombment will follow at Shrine of Rest Mausoleum, Ledgeview Memorial Park.
Uecker-Witt Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Additional information and guest book may be found at www.ueckerwitt.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Vickie Davis
June 27, 2012
Darwin and family,
My deepest sympathy during this time of great sorrow. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May it bring you peace to know that someday there will be a heavenly family reunion. Until then cherish your favorite memories.
Former classmate,
Vickie Abraham Davis
June 26, 2012
Darwin and family,
Please know we are holding you in thought and prayer. Our deepest sympathy~
Paula and Glenn Mathes, NFDL
Joan Barfield
June 25, 2012
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Deb Monti-Walters
June 25, 2012
Darwin and family, may God give you the strength to get through this difficult time. Just know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Joe Lauber
June 25, 2012
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
martha husnick-lockwood
June 25, 2012
So sorry for the loss,
Kathy King
June 24, 2012
Bren, you touched my heart. Know that you are dearly loved. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Cheryl Kuslits
June 24, 2012
My Thoughts and Prayers go out to you all. She was a very special friend and will be sadly missed. She is now out of pain and with her sister Donna watching over the rest of us. God Bless each and every one of you.
James Smet
June 24, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family at this time of sorrow
Mary Tackett
June 24, 2012
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Betty Delzer-Bauman
June 24, 2012
Brenda was a very special woman, and fought with all her might. A woman of much courage. We will miss you Brenda, and you will always be in out hearts. My sympathy goes out to ALL the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. She is now in peace.
Kathy Bickelhaupt-Blansette
June 24, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sue Thompson
June 24, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jerry Sinjakovic
June 24, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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