Service Information
David Schmidt, age 82, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at his home.
Gathering of Family and Friends will be held on Saturday, November 9, 2024, from 11:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. at Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson.
Military Honors by Hutchinson Memorial Rifle Squad.
Obituary
David Herman William Schmidt was born on August 15, 1942, in Hutchinson, Minnesota. He was the son of Ernest and Verna (Rannow) Schmidt. David was baptized as an infant on September 13, 1942, and later confirmed in his faith as a youth on May 20, 1956, both at Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. He received his education in Hutchinson, and was a graduate of the Hutchinson High School Class of 1960.
David entered active military service in the United States Army National Guard on September 24, 1961. He received an Honorable Discharge on December 5, 1966.
David was blessed with three children, Joey, Becky Jo, and Ingred. On June 8, 2001, David was united in marriage to Betty Sletten in Hutchinson. They resided in Hutchinson. David and Betty shared 23 years of marriage.
David was employed with the Railroad until 1984. He then worked at Work Hand, Inc., Hutch Liquor, and also built busses in St. Augusta. He retired in 2005. David was a member of Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson.
David enjoyed fishing, camping, traveling, playing cards, and helping others. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family, grandchildren and friends.
David passed away on Sunday, October 13, 2024 at his home in Hutchinson, at the age of 82 years.
Blessed be his memory.
David is survived by his:
Wife, Betty Schmidt of Hutchinson, MN;
Children, Joey Schmidt and his wife, Shelly,
Becky Jo Petersen,
Ingred Stevens and her husband, Ken;
Grandchildren, Kendra, Bryton, and Hannah Schmidt, Carrie and Jeff Petersen, Torin and Kayleigh Stevens;
Great-grandchild, Ashton Stevens;
Step-children, Ronald Sletten and his wife, Tanna,
Jeremy Sletten and his wife, Tanya;
6 Step-grandchildren;
7 Step-great-grandchildren;
Brother, Stanley Schmidt of Litchfield, MN;
Uncle, Don Rasmussen and his wife, Irene of Hutchinson, MN;
Favorite Cat, Oreo;
Many other relatives and friends.
David is preceded in death by his Parents, Ernest and Verna Schmidt; Sister, Linda Baumgartner; Brothers-in-law, Paul Baumgartner, Richard Milbrandt.
Paula Inselmann says
RIP Uncle…Love you
Debi Decker says
Dear Betty,
Deepest sympathy on the passing of your husband, David. I did not know him, but I see that you had decades of married life with him. That is very heartwarming to see.
Unfortunately, many of our classmates have lost touch with you. We’d like to be able to visit with you again. We miss you. At times like this, it’s friends from our youth that can offer support.
Hugs to you, Betty.
Debi Klammer Decker
Mary Holtz says
Dear Betty, so sorry for your loss. Many prayers and hugs to you.
Ron and Mary Holtz
Karen says
So sorry for your loss. David will be miss. Hugs. God bless the family.
Mark Elling says
Sorry for your loss and you have my sympathy Betty and family
Carol Beich Wagner says
Sorry to hear about your husband. Thoughts and prayers coming your way through this difficult time.