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Roderic Schmidt Obituary
September 15, 2022
Roderic W. Schmidt, Jr. of Lompoc died Thursday, September 15, 2022, at the age of 83. Starbuck-Lind Mortuary, directors. Starbucklind.com
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Laura J Jones
October 31, 2022
Rick was a true Cabrillo High School icon. Teacher, coach, and mentor to hundreds, he approached all situations with consideration and passion. As a rookie teacher, I always appreciated Rick's suggestions and advice...and considerable sense of humor. My condolences to the family. Rick will be remembered fondly, and as others have stated, he is a true legacy to his craft.
"Now cracks a noble heart. Good night, sweet prince, and flights of angels sing thee to thy rest."
Sue Pettis
September 24, 2022
RICK always knew how to aid, assist and teach his fellow teachers as well as his students. I owe him so much. Rest my friend. Sue Pettis
Clay Thompson
September 21, 2022
Just happened to visit the Lompoc Record web page and saw this. Very sad news for me. Mr. Schmidt was probably my favorite teacher at Cabrillo, as I was fortunate enough to be on the school´s radio station, Radio of Cabrillo. He will never be forgotten.
Linda wiezorek
September 21, 2022
My son and I send our condolences He was a great teacher. And coach we respected his. Intelligence sad bd his unique and special personality I. Also appreciated his writing talent there are some people that you tend to think will live forever. He was such a person my best to his family
Meagan D.
September 21, 2022
Mr. Schmidt was the most wonderful teacher to me. His sense of humor and intelligence and ability to connect with his students was unique. He made me want to do my best. That is a gift. Heaven got one cool human. May God bless your family. XO
Myron Webster
September 21, 2022
You are in my prayers. I worked with Rick for a few decades and had your children in class. Rick was a very well liked and respected educator and mentor. He will be missed. please let me know if there is anything I can do. God bless.
Please let me know in regard to when a funeral/memorial service will be held.
Richard Taniguchi
September 21, 2022
To the Schmidt family we send our deepest sympathy on the passing of Rick. His legacy at Cabrillo High School will always be remembered and honored! May he rest is peace. His smile and demeanor will be remembered!
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