David Schmidt
July 16, 1939 - July 16, 2012
David Joseph Schmidt, 73, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 4:55 A.M. July 16, 2012 at his home in Hoopeston. He was born August 1, 1938, in Louisville, KY, the son of Ralph Schmidt and Hazel (Duffey) Leaser. He married Shala "Jeannie" Anderson on April 7, 1987 in Henderson, KY. She survives in Hoopeston He is also survived by one step-daughter; Shala (Jeff) Funk of Hoopeston, IL, one step-son Sam (Angie) Bell of Hoopeston, IL and one brother Gilbert Schmidt of Austin, TX. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister Gloria Wrigly. David served in the United States Navy. He worked at Bodine Services in Mt. Zion, IL, where he served as Vice President of Engineering. He attended St. John's Episcopal Church in Decatur, IL. He enjoyed working on his home and socializing with his friends. David loved sports. He was an avid Cubs fan and golfer and was known by his fellow golfers as the "Splendid Splinter". Military Rites will be accorded by The Hoopeston American Legion and VFW Post.
David Joseph Schmidt, 73, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 4:55 A.M. July 16, 2012 at his home in Hoopeston. He was born August 1, 1938, in Louisville, KY, the son of Ralph Schmidt and Hazel (Duffey) Leaser. He married Shala "Jeannie" Anderson... View Obituary & Service Information