Carl Schmidt Obituary
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Born October 5, 1960, Carl was the fourth child of the late Wallace Schmidt and Eloise Roehm. Carl was raised in Parsippany, New Jersey with his four siblings, graduating from Parsippany Hills High School in 1979.
Carl moved to Anchorage, Alaska in 1980 where he spent time with family and friends and worked in the food service industry at various establishments in Anchorage.
Carl is survived by his siblings Eric Schmidt, Lisa Reed (and husband Marshel), and Kirie Paddy; his nieces and nephews Vaughn Reed, Jessica Rushbrook, Vanessa Paddy, Tara Pike, and Erick Paddy; and great nieces and nephews Sam, Jake, Conner, Charleigh, Emma, Reed, Cruz, Canaan, Corban, Nick, Caius, and Jack. He is preceded in death by his parents and oldest sister, Karen.
Among Carl's interests were cooking, fishing, history, nature, and art. He engaged in several artistic endeavors including painting and making apple dolls. Carl loved animals, especially his beloved dogs, Lucky and Rocky. He had many friends throughout the years, and he will be missed.
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Kate
November 13, 2025
Carl was a decent, kind hearted man. He meant well. I am happy to have met him. I will treasure his Love for his dog and faithful walks rain or shine. You will be missed. Lord, Blessed Mother Mary please Welcome Carl into Heaven with open arms. Thank you for sharing his time on earth with us.
Grant eternal rest, O Lord, to the souls of our departed ones, and let perpetual light shine upon them. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.
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