Donald Schmidt (Smitty)

Obituary of Donald R. Schmidt (Smitty)

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Donald R. Schmidt (Smitty), 75, of Solvay died peacefully Saturday, August 30 at the VA Medical Center in Syracuse with his son by his side. Born on Christmas day 1938 he was God's gift to many. A retired member of the Sheet Metal Workers Local 58, he also owned and operated many businesses throughout the years. He loved animals, New York Yankees baseball, SU basketball, the good times with his many friends and cooking. Smitty will always be remembered for his quick wit and sense of humor, his big heart, gift of gab and that mischievous smile. He was predeceased by his wife, Linda, brother, John "Jack" and parents, Henry and Dorothy Schmidt. He is survived by his son, Donald and daughter-in-law, Sandra, granddaughter, Brianna, sister, Arlene, brother, George and several nieces and nephews. The family would like to extend a special thank you to all of the staff on 6 West and 5 East for their kind and compassionate care for our loved one. Services will be held on Thursday, September 4, 2014 at 10am at the Edward J. Ryan and Son Funeral Home, 3180 Bellevue Ave. Calling hours will be Wednesday from 4 to 7pm at the funeral home. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Lakeland. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the SPCA, 5878 E. Molloy Rd, Syracuse, NY 13211.
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Wednesday
3
September

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Wednesday, September 3, 2014
Edward J. Ryan and Son Funeral Home
3180 Bellevue Ave.
New York, United States
Thursday
4
September

Thursday, September 4, 2014
Sacred Heart Cemetery
New York, United States
Thursday
4
September

10:00 am - 12:00 am
Thursday, September 4, 2014
Edward J. Ryan and Son Funeral Home
3180 Bellevue Ave.
New York, United States
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