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Robert “Bob” E. Schmidt Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Robert E. Schmidt, a man of unwavering kindness, optimism, and a soul that brightened the lives of so many.
Robert (Bob) was born in the Stratford General Hospital on April 24th, 1938. He spent his childhood on the Schmidt family farm in Ellice Township.
Bob was the beloved husband of Lorianne (Fuller), with whom he shared 65 wonderful years of marriage—a partnership filled with love, adventure, travel, and countless cherished memories. Together, they raised four daughters: Nancy (Chris Buck), Heather (Jamie Horne), and Kim (Mark McKay). He was predeceased in 1970 by his infant son, and in 2022, by his eldest daughter, Kathryn (Kathy McPhail).
A proud and loving grandfather, Bob was never happier than when surrounded by his grandchildren: Jon McPhail (Kyrsten), Dan Buck (Celyne), Julie Wiffen (Brady), Jamie Buck, Jenna Hazen (Mike), Emma Coughlin (Braiden), Andy McKay (Corrina), Justin McKay (Courtney), Ashley McKay (Connor), Mike Buck (Meghan), and Mathew Buck (Stephanie). His joy multiplied with his great-grandchildren, Maxwell, Eliana, Lawson, Ledger, and Raelynn Buck; Noah, Jake, and Theo McPhail; Leo and Scotty Wiffen; Blake Hazen, and Adelaide McKay.
Bob spent his life dedicated to family, farming, and community. A lifelong dairy farmer, he was a proud leader of 4-H and a Junior Farmer in his youth, and a Charter member and past President of the Ellice Optimist Club. He was an avid collector of oil memorabilia. He found great joy in tractors, both in the fields and as part of the North Easthope Antique Tractor Breakfast Club, where he shared his passion with like-minded friends. He spent many enjoyable hours chatting with his St Mary’s Tim Horton’s friends.
Winters were spent in Arizona with Lorianne, where he played shuffleboard, pool, cards, and enjoyed time with dear friends—many of whom, like him, were farmers from the US Midwest. Wherever he went, Bob made fast friends, leaving a trail of laughter and warm memories in his wake.
Visitation for friends and family will be held at the W.G. Young Funeral Home, 430 Huron Street, Stratford on Wednesday, April 9, from 6-9 p.m. A celebration of Bob’s life will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, April 10, at 11 a.m. with a reception to follow. Interment at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Cemetery, Moserville.
We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the incredible hospice staff and volunteers who provided such special care and support to him and to all of us who loved him. Thank you for walking beside us with such love and compassion.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Rotary Hospice Stratford Perth in his memory.
Bob’s absence leaves a hole in the hearts of all who knew him, but his spirit will live on in the stories, laughter, and love he leaves behind.
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April 24 1938
April 4 2025
Death notice for the town of: Stratford, Province: Ontario
death notice Robert Bob E Schmidt April 24 1938
April 4 2025
obituaries notice Robert Bob E Schmidt April 24 1938
April 4 2025
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April 4 2025 and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
