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1989
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2015
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Ryan Schmit Obituary
Holdingford
July 8, 1989 - February 20, 2015
Services celebrating the life of Ryan L. Schmit, age 25, of Holdingford, will be at 11:00 AM on Thursday, February 26, 2015 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Albany. Pastor Stephen Cook will officiate and burial will take place in Arban Cemetery. There will be a visitation from 4:00-8:00 PM on Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at the Miller-Carlin Funeral Home - Holdingford and again after 10:00 AM until the time of the service Thursday at the church in Albany. Arrangements are being made with the Miller-Carlin Funeral Home, Holdingford.
Ryan was born on July 8, 1989 to Lawrence and Lenore (Guse) Schmit at the St. Cloud Hospital. He grew up with two sisters and graduated from Holdingford High School. Ryan loved music, played the guitar, piano, and drums. While in high school, he and his friend Danny were in a band together. Ryan enjoyed writing and playing his own original music. He also crafted guitars and was a gifted artist. Ryan participated in theater, both in high school and later in college. He was a sensitive young man who liked to wax philosophical. Ryan liked to joke, to be absurd, and to make others laugh. His love for animals was evident when, as a young child, he'd find animals to rescue, take care of, and keep at home. Ole, his dog, was a beloved companion. Ryan enjoyed being outdoors, lying in the grass, and soaking up the sun. His sisters fondly recall the many bike rides on the Wobegon Trail to Albany.
Ryan is survived by his parents Lawrence and Lenore Schmit, Holdingford; sisters Nicole (Seth) Lembeck, St. Cloud; Sarah (Michelle Gertken) Schmit, Albany; Grandma Shirley Winter, Janesville, MN; aunts and uncles Ernie (Lois) Schmit, Janey Schmit, Betty (Terry Olson) Schmit-Olson, Gerald (Terri) Schmit, Ralph (Laura) Schmit, Mavis (Steve) Klein, Barb (Tom) Souvie, Joan Guse, Erv Guse, Helen Guse, Bernice (Rod) Harman, Shirley (Jeff Helbach) Guse, Howard (Kristi) Guse, Mel Guse, Russ (Jen) Guse, Paul (Sarah) Berry; many cousins and other family and friends.
He is preceded by his grandparents Alfred and Marie Schmit, Doris and Herman Guse, uncles Ronald Schmit and Glen Guse, aunt Jill Berry, and his constant companion Ole.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ryan Schmit
Jackie Johnson
February 25, 2015
So, so sorry to hear of Ryan's passing. I worked with Ryan at Herbegers. He was really kind. Thoughts and prayers to you all.
Kelly Jendro Gilbert
February 24, 2015
So sorry to hear of your loss. I used to babysit Ryan and the girls years ago. Such a sweet boy
Ashley Asmus
February 24, 2015
I am heartbroken to hear about this loss. My deepest sympathies go out to the Schmit family. Heaven just got a little brighter.
Anthony Peters
February 24, 2015
Sorry for you loss. I only knew him for a short time back 2004 but he was a good person.
Kevin Christman
February 24, 2015
My deepest sympathy, I can't imagine the heartache. You are all in my prayers.
Ronny Kunstleben
February 24, 2015
My sympathy on the death of your son and brother Ryan may he rest in peace
you are in my daily prayers
love you
Ronny Kunstleben
Shirley Blommel
February 23, 2015
Lenore and family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Luke & Amanda Bialka
February 23, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Keeping your family and Ryan in our prayers.
Justin & Rachel Raab
February 23, 2015
We are so sorry to hear about your loss our prayers are with you today and through this difficult times.
February 23, 2015
Sarah and family we are sorry for your loss. Keep his memories alive and he will always be with you. Lori and John Jackels. Friends of sarah
Susan Caye
February 23, 2015
Sarah and family I'm so sorry about your loss of your brother. Just remember death is not the end! Like the book says: "Heaven is for real," and Sarah your already an angel so you will see Ryan in heaven! You and your family are in my prayers!
Kayla Ehrlichmann
February 23, 2015
I am so sorry to hear about your loss, prayers to your family through this difficult time.
Matt and Jamie Christianson
February 23, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers as you try and get through this tough time. Remember, you will see him again and will all be reunited as a family in Heaven.
Mike Hennen
February 23, 2015
Larry & Lenore and the entire Schmit family, Jen and I are so sorry to hear about the loss of Ryan. Keep the faith and God Bless you all during this difficult time. Mike & Jen.
Linda Theisen
February 23, 2015
My sincere sympathy to Lawrence, Lenore, Nicole and Sarah on the loss of Ryan. He was truly a gentle, respectful young man and his loss will be felt forever. May your faith allow you some peace.
Chuck and Jean Reilein
February 23, 2015
So sorry to read about your loss! Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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