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Dusty Schmidt Obituary
1952 - 2017
Dusty (Wayne) R. Schmidt, 64, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2017 in Boise, Idaho after an eleven month battle with cancer. He was born to Karl Schmidt and Dorothy Sanders in Trenton, New Jersey on February 16, 1952.
Dusty's career in television spanned television and cable networks across the country, including his role in the launch of HGTV, and consultant for FOX Sports Speed Channel, NATGEO and Z Living.
Dusty married his wife, Jan Covey Schmidt, in Sedona, Arizona in 1994 and moved to Knoxville, Tennessee where they had their two children, Molly and Parker.
After moving to Boise, Dusty was a creative advisor/investor in Grind Modern Burger, Woodland Empire Alecraft, and Payette Brewing.
Dusty is survived by his wife, Jan; daughter, Molly; son, Parker; sister, Susan Castellvi (Frank); brother, Jack Schmidt (Julie). A celebration of life will be held from 4-6pm on Monday, January 16, 2017 at The Barn at Hidden Springs 4768 Farm Court, Boise, Idaho 83714. Contributions in memory of Dusty may be made to the GoFundMe site https://www.gofundme.com/dusty-the-dustman.
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Shannon Femenia
January 15, 2017
Jan, my deepest condolences to you and your family for the loss of your beloved Dusty. Wishing you all serenity, peace, and love. Love, Shannon, Mike, and Odin Femenia
Keiko Giacona
January 13, 2017
Ashes to Ashes, Dusty to Dust.
Dadgummit, Dusty, I had plans to reconnect with you someday. But I thank my lucky stars that you came to Sacramento for a few years back in the '80s. It was great working alongside you. We all knew that you wouldn't be in Sac for long, because you were clearly destined for greater things. You done good, Dustbag.
I love the photo of you. It captures you perfectly and brings a smile to my face.
You may be gone from this world, but you will always have a place in my heart as one of my dearest friends.
Aloha oe.
Julie Tomlinson Carey
January 13, 2017
You will forever be in my heart. Give my love to Mom, Dad, Steve and the boys...I know you are surrounded by love.
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