Thomas Schmidt

I just saw this and --though I am sorry Tom's life was cut so short -- it brought back such great memories of him. I worked with him and John at Scene for some years and can't think of two nicer people. Super-talented as well. It tickles me to see that Tom was still a "cowboy" when he passed, as that's how I remember him from 50 years ago.

Tom it´s unfortunate I didn´t have the pleasure of seeing you or your art through the years and to get to know you as the "cowboy". Knowing you as a fine artist and taking that talent to the Cleveland Institute of Art. My sympathy to your brother John and his family. May you both continue drawing and painting beautiful works for eternity. From and old friend now in Atlanta Georgia. We both traveled far.

Tom, you are far from "unknown." The memories of your artistic works provide me with much inspiration. Wherever you are my brother, keep slingin' those brushes, working on the next masterpiece! Farewell, T.S., farewell...

A loss of a an elder sibling is a stunning and all too real event. The ultimate reality which is difficult to face. Know the living better family better than Tom, who I do remember as a talented artist and kind person from high school days. Respect to my friend Pam and all the her family.

I am very sorry for the family´s loss. Tom was an amazing person whom I loved very much.