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MICHAEL WILLIAM SCHMIDT (Age 45)
Of Elway Hall, Warrenton, VA died at his home on Friday, December 17, 2010. Born in Cambridge, MA on May 16, 1965 to William G. and Ruth (Richter) Schmidt. Michael received a BA from the University of Maryland and a MBA from Johns Hopkins and was a partner with Barry Dixon, Inc. A lover of animals and nature, Michael was a longtime supporter of the Fauquier SPCA and Middleburg Humane Foundation, as well as an active member of the Warrenton Hunt. His other favorite charities included the Fauquier Free Clinic and CharityWorks in McLean, VA. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his life partner Barry Darr Dixon, his sister Rosemary Schmidt and his brother Greg Schmidt and the late Mark Schmidt. A Celebration of His Life will be held on Saturday, January 8, 2011 at St. James Episcopal Church, 73 Culpepper Street, Warrenton, VA at 12 p.m.
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Traci Henry
January 11, 2011
My life was truly better knowing you. Your warmth, humor, smile and charm will always be in my heart and memories. How blessed I am for the precious time I was able to spend with you. With all my love and prayers to you, Barry and your family..
January 8, 2011
Michael.
What an amazing man you were. A smile that would light up a room, a laugh so infectious. I only met you several times, but felt like I had known you all my life during the lengthy conversations we had. The heavens truly have an incredibly bright star now....though you left much too soon.
Debbie Hobar
Mary Young
January 8, 2011
Michael I feel lucky to have met you. You always had a smile on your face and made everyone around you feel at ease. You truly were a gentleman. Godspeed.
January 8, 2011
We always enjoyed your company. You were a wonderful charming man. It's our loss that we didn't get to know you even better. Ed & Jane Grant
Bennett Stichman
January 8, 2011
Michael - Your smile and warmth continues to light my memory. You are sorely missed. I was honored to know you. God speed and God Bless.
January 5, 2011
Michael - I was honored to have known you for as long as I did. You were one in a milliion and I cherish the times we had together. May you now rest in peace - I will be there in spirit on 8th January. - Lisa McGee, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary - Ireland
Jean Seline
January 5, 2011
Michael, you will be missed.
Bryant Archie
January 4, 2011
It was more than an honor to call you a friend. I will always remember your amazing spirit and generous way of being.
Joe Probus
January 3, 2011
May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Steve Smith
January 3, 2011
Michael, though you are no longer physically here, fond memories of you will live on forever . . . you never failed to bring a smile to our faces. Godspeed
Laurie Powers
January 2, 2011
Michael, you will always be my special and treasured angel; your kindness, warmth, humor and beauty always made me smile and I was happiest when we were together or catching up. You have no idea how much you will be missed, but you will live forever in my heart with the fondest of memories. xoxoxoxoxo
Deanna Belli
December 30, 2010
You will always be my golden friend, Michael. I will honor your memory by trying to be as kind, generous, and gentle as you. I will miss your wicked sense of humor and your wonderful compliments! Who will tell me now that I am smart, funny and beautiful --- even when I wasn't! (The best part is that I believe you meant it!)
David Anthony Chenault
December 30, 2010
"Life may end, but your memories live forever", ~ Michael, you were one in a million. I will always hold in my heart the time I knew you and will miss your warm and kind ways"
Colleen Geiger
December 30, 2010
The world won't be as bright without you, Michael. You always made me smile. God Bless You! My condolences to Barry and your loved ones.
Rebecca Creal
December 29, 2010
The world will miss you, Michael.
David Klaristenfeld
December 29, 2010
An amazing man. An incomparable loss.
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