Wilbert Schmidt

Wilbert Schmidt Jr., of St. Peters, Missouri, passed away Saturday, November 15, 2025, at the age of 85. Cherished son of the late Wilbert A. Schmidt Sr. and Julia Laverne Applegate; devoted father of Jeff (Sherry) Schmidt, Tim (Cathy) Schmidt, Wade (Whitney) Schmidt, Todd (Chris) Schmidt, and Matt (Kathy) Schmidt; loving grandfather of Rachael Schmidt, Blair (Tom) Klipfel, Dustin (Julia) Schmidt, Drew (Kate Hart) Schmidt, Danielle (Chris) Jackson, Carlin (Jake) Maynard, Emma (Jack) Luetemeyer, Brad (Ashley) Schmidt, Gabe (Brandy) Schmidt, Mason Schmidt, Blake Schmidt, and Katie Schmidt; great-grandfather of Lennon, Sutton, Emery, Henry, Lucas, Charlie, Theo, Clara, Beckham, Leo, Taylor, Amelia, and Julia; dear brother of Carol (Richard ) Bainbridge, James (Vonda) Schmidt, Patricia (Pat) O'Connor, and Bob Schmidt; previous wife, Judith Ann Schmidt. Wilbert is preceded in death by his brother, Wayne Schmidt.

Affectionately known as Wil, he owned and operated his Mason Contracting company, Schmidt Brick & Stone Contractors, for more than 40 years and later ran Wil’s Dry Cleaning until his retirement. He enjoyed traveling. He was an avid fan of college sports, especially a diehard supporter of the St. Louis Cardinals football team, holding season tickets for many years. Wil loved boating, bowling, and golf, and was active in his community through the Senior Center–St. Peters, where he served three terms as President of the Advisory Committee, as well as on the Support Committee for the city and the Senior Centers Advisory. He was known for his quick wit and love of a good time. Above all, he cherished time spent with his family. Wil was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Memorials may be made in Wil’s name to Catholic Charities.