"Condolences as well to Dicks family. I too had many memories from OHCC. If I get to Saratoga next summer I?ll put a couple bucks on a pony. RIP oldest Eagles ball boy. Ted Vogt "
In loving memory of
Richard J. Schmidt "Dick"
April 30, 1942 - September 20, 2022
Greece: Died peacefully surrounded by family on September 20, 2022 at age 80. Predeceased by his loving wife, Gail A. (Grasley) Schmidt; parents George A. & Margaret M. Schmidt. He is survived by his children, Patrick (Amy) Schmidt, Heidi (Jeffrey) Pfenninger, Tracy Mac Neal, Eric (JoAnn) Schmidt; grandchildren, Joseph & Grace Schmidt, Erin, Paige, & Jacob Pfenninger, Abbie, Gannon & Travers Mac Neal, Alexis Schmidt; brother, George A. (Mary) Schmidt; sisters, Jean (Roger) Gilbert, Margaret (Joseph) Cooke; several brothers-in-law & sisters-in-law; many nieces & nephews and many very special lifelong friends.
Dick was a 1960 graduate of John Marshall High School. He worked most of his career in sales at the Greece Penny Saver and also spent many years as the Bag Room Manager at Oak Hill Country Club. He was an avid golfer, proud Philadelphia Eagles fan, and many would claim "World's Greatest Papa".
Dick's life story will be shared during his visitation on Monday September 26, 2022 from 4-7 pm at the funeral home, 1411 Vintage Lane (between Rte. 390 & Long Pond Rd.) His funeral mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, September 27 at 9:30 am at St. Charles Borromeo Church (3003 Dewey Ave.). Interment private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Dick's memory to the Alzheimer's Association (National Processing Center, Alzheimer's Association, PO Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011)
Tributes
"Dick was a dear St. Charles '56 classmate known for his basketball skills. In later years, he and Gail helped to plan our 50th Reunion, adding ideas and humor. Dick was always so proud of his life and his family. I remember him invited us to his home after a Bill Gray's Reunion Luncheon a few years back. He went through every picture telling a story of each one in his "hall of fame" room. - A man of character - a Great Classmate - Rest in Peace and Love with Gail. Carol (Newman) Sharpe"
"Sympathy to all of the Schmidt family. I have so many fun memories of Dick. The corn hole boards he made for all of us. The fun in Saratoga,where he knew every restaurant. A lot of fun parties. I will always remember Schmitty for the fun times we had through many years. "
"My sincere condolences to the Schmidt family on Dick's passing. Dick always took good care of me at Oak Hill and we had many laughs. A great guy--I'll miss him. Pete Spina"
"I worked with Dick for many years while at Oak Hill. He was always fun to be around and treated everyone with the utmost respect! Please accept my condolences on the loss of your Dad."
"Fort Meyers dog track "
"The photo is of the St. Charles Borromeo 1959 Diocesan Basketball Tournament Champions. Dick Schmidt is standing at the far right of the photo. Dick was always a very competitive athlete and a good sport. "
"To Patrick, Heidi, Tracy and Eric. Deepest condolences on your loss. Rich was a great guy and was always the leader of all the fun. Great memories. I know it?s devastating but he is no longer in pain and is now reunited with your beautiful Mom. May he Rest In Peace."
"To the Schmidt family, memories are what we have of Dick and his great love for life. Hidden Wood Drive was a great place to raise our family. It was where friends became family. You were all blessed with great parents. The Cook?s. Sue, Rob,Dan"
"Our deepest condolences to your wonderful family. Rest in Peace. Carl & Jean Thordahl"
"It?s time to rest uncle Dick. We all have great memories that we will always remember. RIP. "