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Sponsored by Fred Schmid and Pauline Sebastian ..Kurt's brother and sister.
January 1, 2019
I just came across news of your passing. You made an enormous impact on my life, and I'll never forget you.
Catherine
Doug Sabal
March 11, 2018
I remember him well (grammer school)...caught up again with him 50+ years later not too long befor
his passing,,, wish I would have got to know him again
Ron Tudor
August 21, 2015
A loyal, intelligent and compassionate friend and truly professional cop. I learned a lot from Kurt.
Fred Schmid
May 26, 2015
My uncle - an amazing awesome brilliant person and a constant inspiration. Larger than life. Love you uncle Kurt and miss you very much. We lost you too soon. Thank you to everybody who has helped us remember his life. All of your contributions to this page, and other notes to the family about his character and accomplishments, influence, etc. are so greatly appreciated and mean so much to the family. Thank you.
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May 2, 2015
Love you brother, always will... Fred
Fred Schmid
May 2, 2015
Love you brother, always will... Freddy
Larry Drager
April 24, 2015
Kurt was a stand up guy and his Integrity and work ethic were beyond reproach.Kurt's legacy to the ISP is very large.Linda and are saddened by his passing.
Robert Grant
April 12, 2015
I just heard this very sad news. My heart goes out to Kurt's family and all his colleagues in Chicago. I was Chairman of the HIDTA Board when we hired Kurt and it was one of the best decisions we ever made. A truly dedicated, honest and hard working public servant and good friend. He will be missed. Our prayers to all.
Frank and Linda Llano
April 11, 2015
We were very saddened to learn the news of Kurt's passing. Our condolences go to the entire Schmid family.
April 10, 2015
you are one of the finest men I have ever met, my dear friend and mentor, rest easy, you are terribly missed.
Don Codling
April 10, 2015
Fred, Lynn, Susan and entire Schmid family. Our heartfelt prayers to you all during this very sad time. So sorry we were unable to attend the service. Know that we will continue to hold you up to the only One that can give true peace and comfort at times like this. God Bless You All.
Al and Theresa Pacel
April 8, 2015
Fred,
Im so sorry for your loss. Sorry we can't make it to the services. I am having some health issues of my own. Give our love to Lynn and your family.
Nick And Bridget Delesio
Bev Walz
April 8, 2015
Rest in Peace Kurt. May your family remember your smile and love.
April 8, 2015
Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Kurt was a ray of sunshine on earth and will continue to be so. My deepest sorrow for your loss. Vikki Wells, NHAC
Art Sebek
April 7, 2015
My deepest condolences to the Scmid family. I knew Kurt as a friend and mentor, his expertise in the field of technical surveillance was unmatched. Kurt, you will be missed by many.
Mike Hoglund
April 7, 2015
Very sad to hear the news. You will be missed. I learned a great deal from you at CTAC.
Bill Stidham
April 7, 2015
Kurt was a true friend to many of us from the Ohio State Highway Patrol. He and Mike just instructed at our Academy last month. A great embassador for law enforcement that worked hard to bring us together for the good of society. Also an all around great individual! We will miss you very much!!!
Mike Snyders
April 7, 2015
Kurt was a dear friend, colleague, mentor, teacher, fellow ISP officer, fellow retiree and HIDTA boss. He knew and influenced so many over the years, raised everyone around him up a notch. If you had not seen him recently he was still on his game, in his element, passionate as ever. Our thoughts and prayers to Susan and his family he loved.
Jim & Kathie Griffith
April 7, 2015
We knew Kurt both professionally and personally. He was a great guy who could be could be counted on when in need no matter the issue. He is gone far to young.
April 6, 2015
Kurt was a very smart man. He was kind, thoughtful and always willing to help if he was asked. He was our "go to guy" for any legal advice or questions. He was a part of our family and he will be greatly missed. We are deeply saddened for such a loss.
Keith, Roxanne & Natalie Dowdy
Susan Erdakos
April 6, 2015
There were few times I saw Kurt after high school; but it was clear he retained the same bright spirit. I find it reassuring to know that someone of his character spent his career in law enforcement. My condolences to his family and loved ones. Susan Erdakos (Nickels)
Eileen O'Malley
April 6, 2015
My sympathy to your family! I recently communicated w/ classmates of Kurt's on Facebook, & thus saw the announcement there. My Mother, Bride O'Malley of Dawes Elementary, had taught Kurt, Jim Chin, & other students about whom she spoke glowingly! I recognized Kurt's name as I did Jim's from hearing my Mom speak of them so fondly. I'm sorry I wasn't able to pass this on to Kurt. Again, my sincere sympathy!
Richard Baum
April 6, 2015
Kurt had a unique enthusiasm for finding ways to solve important and complex problems with great personal wamrth, humor, deep intelligence and persistance. His passing is a huge loss.
Joe Gryz
April 6, 2015
My condolences to Kurt's family. I worked with Kurt numerous times during our careers in the Illinois State Police. You were a great friend. You will be missed.
Valdimir Talley
April 6, 2015
I am sorry for the lost of a wonderful man. Kurt was an excellent mentor as I learned about investigations. He will be missed.
Kevin Eack
April 6, 2015
A great friend, highly talented colleague in law enforcement, and an exceptional leader. Rest in Peace Kurt.
April 6, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to Sue, and all of Kurt's family. Ed and Sue Pabon
Jim Peal
April 6, 2015
Met Kurt in the early 70's at the ISP Academy. Sad to know he's gone.
Tommy LaNier
April 6, 2015
My deepest sympathy to you Sue for the loss of your loved one and a dear friend. He will always be remembered for his kindness and help to so many.
James Wilson
April 6, 2015
Kurt,we were more than just Brothers and I will miss you dearly as will my wife Audrey and our two daughters Lora and Holly. REST in PEACE. Jim Wilson
April 6, 2015
Kurt and I served together in the same Army Reserve unit. Great guy and friend. Lloyd Rawn
Drew Miller
April 5, 2015
Good friend from a long time ago. Sad to hear of his passing. Drew Miller
James Kasmer
April 5, 2015
So sorry to her of Kurt's passing. We attended high school together and had a couple classes together. Our paths crossed only a few times over the years, but it was always great to see him. Please accept may condolences. I am sure he was revered by many. I will not be able to attend the services as I winter away from Chicago.
Judy Edwards
April 5, 2015
Rest in Peace Kurt. Have good memories of knowing you when you were assigned to District 16 and living in Jo Daviess County
Paul Robinson
April 5, 2015
Kurt was a great friend personally and to the law enforcement community. He did more for law enforcement thru CTAC than any other program in government history. He will be truly missed. Paul Robinson Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics
William martin
April 5, 2015
I will miss you my good friend and mentor.
Steve Allendorf, Sheriff-ret.
April 4, 2015
My sympathy for your loss of a great guy. Kurt and I go back to the late 70's when he and Jimmie Wilson were assigned to Jo Daviess County. I was just a rookie then and I learned so much from him. He will be missed but I am left with some fond memories.
Bill Doster
April 4, 2015
My condolences to Kurt's family. It was my honor to have worked with Kurt over the years and to have been able to call him a friend. He will be missed and fondly remembered.
dan pierce retired m/sgt
April 4, 2015
it was a privilege and an honor working with Kurt he was a good friend and will be missed
Joel Widell
April 4, 2015
Kurt was a colleague, mentor, and friend to so many of us in law enforcement.
He was a good man who will be greatly missed.
Condolences to his family.
Joseph Fiorini
April 4, 2015
My deepest condolences to the Schmid family. Some of my fondest memories during my career with the Illinois State Police come from my time spent with the Technical Investigations Unit (TIS) under Kurt's command. May he rest in peace.
Mike Oyer
April 4, 2015
I pray for the family at thier loss of Kurt. I remember all the "Unique" things we did in TIS and thank him for those times. Take care in your new journey Kurt.
V.E. Taylor
April 3, 2015
Kurt was such a good man that I was lucky to know. I am better for knowing him. Sue, you are in my prayers and my home is always open to you. Val
Jerry Johnson
April 3, 2015
A highly respected ISP officer, RIP Kurt.
December 2014 ISP Dist 4 Holiday Gathering
Hayden Baldwin
April 3, 2015
My condolences to the Schmid Family. I worked with Kurt in the early 70's in District 4. Our paths crossed throughout the years and he will be remembered for his kindness and compassion for others. RIP my friend.
Hayden Baldwin Ret ISP #1748
James Wasson
April 3, 2015
Kurt was a good friend and co-worker. I enjoyed the time I worked with him at the Illinois State Police. He is missed.
Jim wasson
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