Schmidt, Clarence Lorenz
November 5, 2020
Clarence died suddenly in hospital on Wednesday November 4, 2020 at the age of 89. Friends
and family mourn his loss but also celebrate a life well lived. Survived by son Kevin Schmidt
(Jenny), grandchildren Laura Schmidt (Jesse Cowsill), Adam Schmidt (Kelsey), and great-
grandson Emmett Schmidt. Sister Shirley Exner, brothers Jim Exner (Diane), Erwin Exner,
Dennis Exner (Val), Elmer Exner, brother-in-law Roger Hardman (Janet Vaughn). He joins his
late wife and soul mate, Joyce (Cardoza) (2012) in heaven as well as parents Martha and Carl
Exner, sister Marlean Hardman and daughter Cheryl Schmidt.
He lived in Killaly, Saskatchewan until 17 years of age. A career with Uniroyal began in 1948
and lasted 44 years. He proudly served the Local 80 union as a negotiator, vice president and
president. Favourite leisure pursuits included motorhome travel, country music festivals, the
Second Chance Campers, curling at the Granite Club, and many sports as a player and fan. He
especially enjoyed watching his grandchildren play on teams. Most recently, the Victoria Street
McDonalds had been an important meeting place with a group who celebrated milestones,
solved world and local issues, and supported each other. Special mentions go to Len Mackie
(nephew), Joe Souliere and many others who helped support his wish to continue living in his
home.
The family will receive friends and relatives at the Henry Walser Funeral Home 507 Frederick
Street, Kitchener (519-749-8467) on Monday, November 9th from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Please note that if you plan to attend, masks are mandatory and you must RSVP your attendance through the funeral home website. A private family service will happen at Parkview Cemetery, Waterloo at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Clarence’s memory to The Grand River Hospital Foundation.
Visit www.henrywalser.com to view Clarence’s memorial and to RSVP.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Clarence Lorenz Schmidt Wednesday November 4th 2020..
Death notice for the town of: Kitchener, Province: Ontario