Karl Schmidlin

Karl and I grew up together only a quarter-mile apart on the same road as childhood friends in the same school class outside of Elmore, Ohio, until Karl left our class at Elmore for Port Clinton High starting our junior year. I was born only 5 weeks after him.

We played countless basketball games together in my parents' barn and countless more baseball games together in Karl's home cow pasture next to Toussaint Creek. Karl was physically big and strong, but was never a bully, never...

It's hard to imagine middle bass without Karl Schmidlin. He was the very fabric of this community. Everywhere is evidence of his positive influence. Karl, we'll miss that big barrel laugh. Your guidance and help with so many tasks throughout the years. God bless you and your family.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. So sorry to hear of Karl's passing. He was a good man and I truly enjoyed dealing with him as his salesman here at Wolff Bros. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. So sorry for your loss, Karl will be greatly missed.

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. I am sure all the Island guys were right there to greet you. Werty may have been the first in line. Penny and family sending prayers to you all.

Karl you will be greatly missed by all. I’m truly one of those people. You never pulled a punch-but you said it how it was. I’m sure the Islanders who went before you to Heaven welcomed you with open arms and a Makers Mark in there hands. What a party that must of been. Thank you for everything you ever did for me and my parents. I’ll watch over Penny now as she has watched over me. My heart is aching for all your girls and family. My prayers and love...