Donald Leroy Schmautz

Don was a wonderful friend since high school and all our adult years. Many memories of fun times including our annual Super Bowl Party where Don just loved bringing his favorite hors d'oeuvre. Always a kick to be around...never knew what was coming next a real character. He and Bob loved fishing the Sierra's on opening day & the cold, cold adventures that included. We raised our families together, camping & skiing and the kids, now adults are still very close. So lucky to have had such...

A poem written by Keith Meyer, Don's Grandson: Rub Some Dirt On It Grandpa, you were tough as nails, A man who never failed, To stand up for what was right, To fight the good fight. You had a heart of gold, And a love that never grew old, For family, friends and all, You stood strong and proud, always on call. Your moral compass always true, You taught us all what we should do, To never give up or give in, But to keep fighting until we win. And when we fell and scraped our arm, "Rub some...

Knew of Don at CVHS and for many years at Rohr Industries. He was always a STAR! Sincerest condolences, Carol Molyneaux Carol Molyneaux

I worked for Don at Rohr. He was one of the greatest bosses that anyone could request. My response was to say "Hello," to Don at the quarterly retirement luncheons.

Condolences from a fellow Rohr retiree (2011).

Uncle Don always had a big warm smile. I´m thankful for all the family gatherings when we were younger. We love you guys!