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Colby Schmidtke Obituary
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 1, 2010, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 213 N. Pennsylvania Ave., with Pastor Kathy Graves officiating. Interment will be in Elmwood-St. Joseph Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m. today at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N. Pennsylvania Avenue, and continue at the church one hour prior to the service on Monday.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Colby A. Schmidtke Memorial Fund in care of the family.
Colby Allen Schmidtke was born on June 22, 1994, in Mason City, the son of Dale and Brenda (Berding) Schmidtke. He attended school in Mason City and was currently a junior at the Mason City High School. When Colby was younger he enjoyed participating in sports and played baseball until the ninth grade.
Colby enjoyed tinkering on and fixing motors and spending time in his dad's shop. He had a love of cars, especially Ford Mustangs and periodically enjoyed attending car shows. Colby loved to fish and always enjoyed going on the annual fishing trip to Devil's Lake in North Dakota with his Grandpa, uncles and many friends where he would commonly out-fish the group. He also loved snowmobiling and was always excited to ride with his friends and was already looking forward to the first snowfall. Colby was easy going and loved joking around and laughing. He had a great work ethic and worked part-time at Hy-Vee East. Colby loved spending time with his friends and family and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.
He is survived by his parents at home, Dale and Brenda Schmidtke; sister, Samantha; grandparents, Ben Berding and Muriel of Mason City, Marge Berding (Mardene) and Johnny of Mason City, Joyce Schmidtke of St. Ansgar; aunts and uncles, John and Julie Berding; their children, Sara and Jace, Tom Schmidtke (Jan) and their children, Summer and Faith; Danny and Tamara Schmidtke, their children, D.J., Josh and Trevor; Mike and Susie Hobkirk, their children, Adria, Rachael, and Josh; best friend, Dustin McMurray and many other good friends and relatives.
He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, John and Alberta Berding, Ruby and Bob Smith, John and Laura Mullenbruch.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements with Major Erickson Funeral Home, Mason City, 641-423-0924.
www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.
Memories and Condolences
for Colby Schmidtke
Kaitlyn Rush
November 19, 2010
hey Brenda and Dale and Sammy. I am so sorry for the loss of Colby. It doesn't seem fair. And it continues to make any sence to me. But im sorry things happened and ended the way they did. I hope everything is starting to get a little easier and a little better. You guys have been in my thoughts constantly, i cant even imagine what you guys are going through. All of you have lots of support behind you, and lots of love. Stay strong. :)
anonymous
November 16, 2010
Brittay Ruehlow ad Hunter Lee were crying for days after this happened. Our sympathy goes to your family.
Briana Marson
November 9, 2010
Colby, you will be greatly missed. I'm glad I got to meet you. Also, all my prayers go out to your family and friends.
November 4, 2010
Schmidtke Family: We were very saddened about the loss of Colby. Our thoughts are with you!
Rodney, Shelby, and Nick Helps
Britney, Danielle, and Drake Davis
Melinda Elsbury
November 2, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of Colby's family and friends. He will be greatly missed by all who new and loved him.
Joel, Mindy, Lane, Chance, Kasey Elsbury
Buffi Tjaden
November 1, 2010
My Thoughts and prayers are with you and you'r family.
dylan tyler
November 1, 2010
i love you guys and hope you get though this
Sue Kral
November 1, 2010
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Michelle Lowe
November 1, 2010
Dale and Brenda,
Words can not express what you are going through right now. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
PAUL MATTSON
October 31, 2010
IM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH U AND YOUR FAMILY.
John and Jessica Edgington
October 31, 2010
Our prayers and thoughts go out to the Schmidtke family. We are deeply sorry for your loss.
Cindy Rumeliote
October 31, 2010
Brenda, we will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. We are very sorry for you loss. Mike, Cindy and Madison Rumeliote
ZACHARY RIDDER
October 31, 2010
DALE AND BRENDA IM SORRY ABOUT COLBYS LOST I WISH HE WAS STILL ALIVE. IM SORRY
ZACHARY RIDDER
TRISH GREEN
October 31, 2010
DALE&BRENDA,
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS COLBY IS GOING TO BE GREATLY MISSED HE WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS
LOVE, THE RIDDER FAMILY
Dave & Kay Martin
October 31, 2010
Brenda & Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all and accept our deepest sympathy.
October 31, 2010
To the family of Colby A. Schmidtke
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you at this time. We are so sorry for your loss. We will pray for you all.
Sincerely,
Kurt & Gloria Morud
Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas
(parents of Kimberly Berding and son-in-law, Joe Berding)
October 31, 2010
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Audrey Hare
October 31, 2010
Dale and Brenda my heart goes out to you and all your Family . Losing Colby was such a shame and he will be missed by many !
Toni Torres
October 31, 2010
Brenda and Family,
I am so very sorry to hear about Colby. I remember talking with you about your children while working with you, Brenda. My hope is that time will ease your pain, and that you will have great memories to share and hold onto of Colby. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Susan Corell- Hrubetz
October 31, 2010
Brenda, and Family
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Roxy and Moe Thompson
October 31, 2010
Lord I ask you comfort the Schmidtke and Berding family in their time of need. I ask you to cradle this family with your warmth and security. Gather up their tears and replace sorrow with peace.
May you be in snowmobile heaven, Colby.
Dennis Ridder
October 31, 2010
Rachel Hobkirk
October 30, 2010
Miss you Colby.
:-(
Rachel Hobkirk
October 30, 2010
CURLIE-SUE MISSES YOU COLBY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
October 30, 2010
I am sorry for your loss.
Deadra Stanton
MCHS Faculty
Thomas & Casey Dirksen
October 30, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
October 30, 2010
To the Schmidtke & Berding family,
It breaks my heart to think of what you all are going through. It's hard to understand why something like this had to happen. You are all in our thoughts & prayers throughout this difficult time. If there is anything we can do to help, please don't hesitate to ask.
Chad & Angie Clapper
David and Kim Jimenez
October 30, 2010
Praying for your family to find strength and peace.
MCHS Parent
October 30, 2010
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
October 30, 2010
As another Mohawk family our heartfelt sympathies go out to your family in the loss of Colby. May God be with you during this very trying and difficult time and may you find strength in knowing that others are praying and holding you in their hearts. So sorry for your loss.
Dave, Andrea, Emily & Natalie Mujica
October 30, 2010
Brenda & family, You have our deepest sympathies, our prayers and thoughts are with you all. Shirley Neve and family
Eric & Dawn Dann
October 30, 2010
Dale, Brenda, & Family-
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Please call us if you need anything.
Eric & Dawn Dann
Tricia Holden
October 30, 2010
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Jacki Avise-Burkes
October 30, 2010
Brenda & family,
My heart is saddened by your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Jim Kantaris
October 30, 2010
Brenda, Dale and Samantha- we are so very sorry for your loss. Words alone cannot convey the depth of our condolences. They say time heals all wounds, that may be true but may Colby's memory will be eternal. Jim, DeeDee, Zach and Kalli Kantaris
Christina Greiman
October 29, 2010
I know words don't ease your pain, but I am truely sorry for your loss. My daughter Brittnee Crom goes to school with Sam. You will be in our prayers.
pam theilen
October 29, 2010
Brenda there is nothing i can say to make you feel better, but i do care and hope god gives you the comfort you deserve. Pam Theilen
jessica brass
October 29, 2010
i dont no colby personaly but im soo sorry about your loss... keep your heads up. and things will get better ;)
Chris Withers
October 29, 2010
Our prayers go out to the Berding and Schmidtke families during this difficult time. God bless
Holly Berkey
October 29, 2010
I didn't know Colby and I didn't really know his family but I do barely know his little sister Samantha. She is an awesome person and always nice, I can hardly imagine what she is going through myself being an only child and all I can do is pray for her and her family. I am so sorry for your loss. Samantha will be welcomed back to school with sympathy and hugs. We are all thinking about you.
October 29, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. I remember Colby as a little boy coming to play in our yard with our dog. I rememer him always helping his Grandpa Ben mow the yard and help out aroung the yard. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you!!
Doug, Kendra Elizabeth and Heather Mennen
Aunt Suzie, Uncle Mike, Adria, Rachel & Josh Hobkirk
October 29, 2010
We have loved you since before you were born. You may not be with us anymore but, the love we feel for you and your memory will always be alive. We miss you!!! Love you kiddo!!
Aunt Suzie, Uncle Mike, Adria, Rachel & Josh
October 29, 2010
We have loved you from the day you were born. Your life may have ended, but the love we feel and your memory will never die. Love you kid!!
Nicole Gilmore
October 29, 2010
We are very sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
MCHS family
Brenda,Wraymond & Jordan Todd
October 29, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss, I personally didnt know Colby, but my son was friends with him at MCHS & sat right next to him in math class. Our thoughts and prayers r with your family.
justin & cassie helland
October 29, 2010
we are so sorry for your loss & will be thinking about you guys
Colleen (Collette) Cleppe
October 29, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
MCHS Mom
October 29, 2010
Your family has been and continues to be in our thoughts. -another MCHS family
October 29, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time. May God bless you and give you comfort. ~Classmate - Evan Stalker, Jolene Stalker
October 29, 2010
You are in my prayers , sorry for your loss. Tricia Steere.{elma iowa}
sheila shipman
October 29, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
Ciera Timmerman
October 29, 2010
I miss you Colby.<3
Crystal Card
October 29, 2010
My thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.
Debra Pfeffer
October 29, 2010
My Heart goes out to you. May you find comfort in God's love and in your memories of the wonderful times you shared with Colby.
Susan & Rich Schroder
October 29, 2010
Thinking of your family in this time of sorrow. So sorry for your loss.
October 29, 2010
Sorry I didn’t get to stay.
To laugh and run and play.
To be there by your side.
I’m sorry that I had to die.
God sent me down to be with you,
to make your loving heart anew.
To help you look up and see
Both God and little me.
Mommy, I wish I could stay.
Just like I heard you pray.
But, all the angels did cry
when they told little me goodbye.
God didn’t take me cause He’s mad.
He didn’t send me to make you sad.
But to give us both a chance to be
a love so precious .. don’t you see?
Up here no trouble do I see
and the pretty angels sing to me.
The streets of gold is where I play
you’ll come here too, mommy, someday.
Until the day you join me here,
I’ll love you mommy, dear.
Each breeze you feel and see,
brings love and a kiss from me.
( by Sandy Eakle)
MCHS family
October 29, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
October 29, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that you find peace, take comfort in the love of your family and our community that is surrounding you.
Todd, Sara & Garrett Broers
Krystal Starbuck
October 29, 2010
I didnt know your son my sister tells me he was a very nice kid. Im sorry for your lose.
Jerry & Angi Bernhard (Tanner & Tristan)
October 29, 2010
We are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
WANDA WARRINGTON
October 29, 2010
AS THE TEARS RUN DOWN MY CHEEK MY HEART GOES OUT TO ALL OF YOU FOR YOUR LOSS. I KNOW HOW CLOSE YOUR FAMILY IS, IT IS AT TIMES LIKE THIS THAT YOU REALIZE HOW GREAT IT IS TO COME FROM A LARGE FAMILY.WE WILLL BE PRAYING FOR THE SCHMIDTKE AND BERDING FAMILIES.
DAN & WANDA WARRINGTON
Janine Schrieber
October 29, 2010
Although I do not know you and your family, I could never imagine the pain you are going through at this time. I am very sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I am very sorry for the loss of your son.
Austin Jordahl
October 29, 2010
srry about colby brenda and dale this is austin from california.wish i could have said good by to my best friend.
Danny,Tracy Arnold-Shackleton
October 29, 2010
Brenda,Dale and family we were so sorry to hear of your loss,all are thoughts and prayers are with you all.
October 29, 2010
This just makes my heart break...how much can one community deal with. I believe God will be by your side in this time of tragedy. There is a greater plan than we know. Deepest sympathy to all affected by this.
Brenda Bodenhamer(Osegera)
October 29, 2010
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Angie Lien
October 29, 2010
We're thinking of you and hoping you lean on your friends and families during this difficult time. God Bless Colby!
Jay & Angie Lien & boys
October 29, 2010
AS A TEAR RUNS DOWN MY CHEEK , I WISH I COULD MAKE THE PAIN YOU ARE HAVING GO AWAY. OUR HEARTS GO OUT TO THE SCHMIDTKE AND BERDING FAMILIES. WE WILL REMEMBER ALL OF YOU IN PRAYERS.
DAN AND WANDA WARRINGTON
October 29, 2010
We are so very sorry for your loss....peace be with you-
Scott,Darlene and Elliott Craw
Abigail & John Lee
October 29, 2010
Our family is thinking about you and praying for your family. We cannot imagine the hurt and pain you are going through- a parent's worst nightmare. John and Abigail Lee
Shad & Amy Stoeffler
October 29, 2010
Brenda & Family,
So sorry to hear about Colby. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Kevin and Donna Lockey
October 29, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
October 29, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Brenda and your family, Robee French and Rod Anthony.
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