Charles Henry Schmitt's Obituary
Charles Henry Schmitt, age 81, born December 9, 1930 in Garland, TX, during depression years to parents: Hester Lorene Byrd Schmitt and Everett Jordan Franklin Schmitt – passed away from natural causes Late Wednesday evening, February 22, 2012 at Baylor Hospital, Carrollton, TX. His beloved wife, Virginia, preceded him in death in the year 2004. Three siblings preceded him in death, sister: Billie Ann Worley, Dallas; two brothers: David Darrell Schmitt and Gerald Franklin Schmitt, both of Dallas. He is survived by next of kin as follows: Daughter: Eloise Dorum, Carollton, TX; Sisters: Bobbie Jean Beth, Ennis, TX; Caroline Lorene Lancaster, Tawakoni, TX; Sandy Murphy, Huntsville, TX; Janice Arnold, Keller, TX; Donna Elaine Carr, Garland, TX; Margaret Schmitt, Dallas – Brothers: Larry Vick, Canton, TX; Frank Cockrell, Killeen, TX; and a dear Aunt, his father’s sister: Marjorie Louise Karr, known as “Margie”. Charles remained in the same residence he shared with wife, Virginia at 1109 East Hebron parkway in Carrollton, TX up until his recent death. Since he lived a distance away from kin folks, his age, and living alone was a concern. He was often urged to move closer, nearer to relatives/loved ones, but he would refrain as he was serenely content and settled where he was. He was impressionable to say the least with an easy-going winning personality. Overall, he enjoyed life among his friends such as Janette and Verna, and others as well. They aided and assisted in errands and deeds necessary to his needs. He was graciously appreciative, and was as reciprocal as he could be. He was a gentle person with lots of interests that kept him placid. He discovered that he loved whiling away time on a computer and spent hours at it. It was an enjoyable way of keeping in touch with life. He had a passion for games and sports and enjoyed learning. Before he retired, he was jack of several trades. Auto and Golf Cart Mechanic; Talented Carpenter; he worked with medicine, a Pharmacy for several years, and he also indulged in work with a Country Club for a few years. He was known as a hard worker, one hardly ever found him to be idle. During World War II, after graduating school, he served four years in the US Army and spent part of that time overseas — after his stretch, he received an honorable discharge. He was always loyal and proud of his country with strong and diligent devotion to his USA roots. He received several honorary certificates of appreciation during his life. He was a member of “Veterans of Foreign Wars of The United States” and he was recognized as such in 2006 for his Patriotic duties to our nation” the land of the free, and home of the brave.” It was signed and sealed January 16, 2006. He was also Saluted and Honored by the “U.S. Army Freedom Team” for his active duty and bravery. There are only a few of his attributes named here, mainly, so that one will know he was not idle in his lifetime on earth with us. Last and certainly not least, Charles was a devout Christian. He loved God and Son, our redeemer, Jesus Christ. He was a good example to follow, and there is no doubt he is in heaven in all its glory now, today!
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