John Lindenschmidt

John Lindenschmidt, 69, of Carmel, Indiana, passed peacefully into the arms of his Lord on May 5th, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born December 22nd, 1955, in Indianapolis to Robert and Mary Lou Lindenschmidt, John's journey began with a foundation of faith that would guide him throughout his life. After graduating from Chartard High School in 1974, he continued his education at Purdue University, where he was a part of the Triangle fraternity. John earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Chemistry, graduating in 1979... Boiler Up!

In 1998, driven by his unwavering principles, John founded RMS Safety with the core values of using business as "a tool to glorify God and serve others" as its cornerstone. Under his visionary leadership ("The Grandfather of Safety"), the company became a respected industry leader, touching countless lives through its commitment to workplace safety and professional excellence. Today, RMS Safety continues to thrive as a nationwide safety consulting firm, and still remains true to its founding values. John's business acumen was matched only by his genuine care for his employees and clients, creating a legacy of service that extends far beyond the workplace.

John found his loving companion in Valerie, whom he married on April 23rd, 2010. They recently celebrated their 15th wedding anniversary, a testament to their beautiful partnership and shared devotion to family. Together, they crafted a life filled with love and laughter, spending the last eight years splitting their time between their home in Indiana and their special haven in Florida. There, they built cherished memories with their best friends and community, fishing, boating, golfing, and most importantly, sharing their paradise with loved ones.

A man of deep faith, remarkable resilience, and quick wit, John was known for his steadfast commitment to Christ and his wonderfully sarcastic sense of humor that brightened even the darkest days. John was nicknamed "the miracle man" by those closest to him for his unwavering persistence and remarkable ability to overcome challenges. He was an avid golfer and fisherman, and cherished moments spent on his back patio, watching the sunset over Tampa Bay or at home looking over the golf course with loved ones by his side. As a devoted believer, John lived out his values of Faith, Family, and Fellowship, and his greatest wish was for all to "rejoice in the Lord always, I say rejoice" (Philippians 4:4).

John is survived by his beloved wife, Valerie; children, Matt Lindenschmidt and Alli Curtis (Sam), who are expecting John's first granddaughter this fall, Amelia; son, Adam Hensley (Laura) and grandson, Harrison; brother, Robert Lindenschmidt (Elsa); niece, Kelsey Laverriere (Greg); nephew, Evan Lindenschmidt (Chelsea) and Sam and Emma; uncle, Dickie Keil (Mary); and brother-in-law, Dennis Ittenbach (Alex). He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Mary Lou Lindenschmidt, and his dear sister, Ann Ittenbach.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, May 13th at Zionsville Presbyterian Church (4775 W 116th St, Zionsville, IN 46077). Visitation will begin at 2:30pm followed by a service at 4:00pm. In honor of John's spirit, the family requests attendees forego traditional dressy black attire and instead dress in a way that celebrates his life and joy.

As a family, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the incredible community that loved John. We invite you to join us in continuing to live life as John did with unwavering faith, genuine love for family, and meaningful fellowship, ensuring his remarkable legacy lives on through each of us.

In lieu of flowers, and in alignment with John's wishes, memorial contributions can be made to the IU Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center to Harry's PBR Fund for Lung Cancer Research, established in honor of Harry, John's best friend since they were 5 years old. Please make memorial gifts payable to IU Foundation/Harry's PBR Fund. Please indicate "In memory of John Lindenschmidt" on your gift. Mail to: IU Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center, PO Box 7072, Indianapolis, IN 46207. Gifts can also be made online at go.iu.edu/8tme.

"This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it." - Psalm 118:24