Rev. Allen Edward Schaarschmidt

Al I will never forget you,once a marine always a marine. Your Buddy Don

In All my life,........... there are only a few I respected and revered so much as my "almost" brother-in-law Al. I have heard angels can help many people at one time! Surely, he is helping many today as he did throughout his years with Blessed Hope. I Love Ya , Man !!

Liz and Family, It was truly a blessing to have known this Godly man. We learned many things from him when we attended Blessed Hope. We will always remember the trip that you sponsored to the Holy Land. It was a wonderful opportunity for us to travel and explore the land where Jesus walked. We are still on that Journey as we strive to follow Him on our way to Everlasting life. Thank you Al and Liz.

Al, You were steadfast, "a brick". 44years from start to finish! Paul wrote: "be steadfast,always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain" Steadfast Al, you "tried", your labor was not in vain. I have great admiration for you, brother.

My deepest sympathy and condolences to not only the family of "Big Al" but to all that has ever had the opportunity to get to know or spend time with. I had the opportunity 30 or so years ago, to be welcomed into his life and I´m a better person today for it. Not only a man of god and an admired respected husband,, father. But a true American Hero.

A friend and school mate of Al's back in the day. A great guy and good friend. Al was a survivor who overcame great obstacles and lived a life of service to his community and congregation. I had only seen Al a few times during the past 60 years, but he was always Al. Another friend lost too soon. My sincerest condolences to the family and friends.

Thank You for your service.

"A marine has passed away today." Allen, you are now relieved from your post. A job well done fellow Vietnam Veteran. We all are grateful for your stepping up to the plate when your country needed you the most. America thanks you for your service to our country in the defense of freedom. The final volley has sounded and taps is about to sound ending a successful career as a nation´s defender. Farewell fellow veteran.

I salute you for your service and your courage. God speed sir.