of Sherwood, AR
January 4, 1935 - July 11, 2020
Mr. Karl W. Schmidt, born to Otto and Winnie Schmidt, on January 4, 1935 in North Little Rock, Arkansas. He died peacefully, at the age of 85, on July 11, 2020 at his home in North Little Rock, Arkansas surrounded by his wife and loved ones.
Karl graduated from North Little Rock High School in 1952. He proudly served in the US army. After his service, he attended the University of Arkansas where he received his degree as a Mechanical Engineer. He worked at the Arkansas Foundry, 3M and Reynolds Metal. While working for Reynolds Metal, he helped design and build the largest aluminum plant in Western Australia. At that time, it was the largest aluminum plant in the world. Karl retired from Reynolds Metal in 1992. Karl was a faithful member of Hope Lutheran Church in Jacksonville.
He was preceded in death by his parents Otto and Winnie Schmidt, brothers Richard Schmidt and Donnie Schmidt and niece Lisa Schmidt.
He is survived by his wife, Tanas 'Pattison' Schmidt; sons, Eric Schmidt, Kurt (Aurora) Schmidt and Aaron (Kelli) Schmidt. His sister, Wrenetta 'Schmidt' Richie; and brother, Melvin (Carolyn) Schmidt. Grandchildren, Kristen Schmidt, Kaleb Schmidt, Kameron Schmidt, Rachel Williams, Bailey Schmidt, Chloe Schmidt, Riley Schmidt, and Emily Schmidt. One great-granddaughter, Boston Schmidt. Nieces and nephews, Donald (Angela) Schmidt, Andy (Carol) Schmidt, Susan (David) Diamond, Alan (Bennita) Burns, Brian (Rebecca) Burns, Craig (Verna) Burns, Kris Kraft, Tanya 'Kraft' Kaltenback, Scott (Crystal) Kraft, Corey Pattison; and many grand nieces and nephews.
Funeral services held Friday, July 17, 10:00 A.M., at Hope Lutheran Church, Jacksonville. Burial at Bayou Meto Cemetery.
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6 Condolence(s)
Mark Bartels Liz Bartels
Friday, July 17, 2020
Karl epitomizes a great Christian , great American a warrior and great family man . Most of all he was a great friend to us all . Hr played a large role in our church and will be missed by all. May we all be Blest and comforted that he is with his God . Mark and Liz
Gilbert Myatt
Friday, July 17, 2020
Tanas
So sorry about all of our loss.
We were late hearing about it. Would have liked to attend his service..
God will help you handle the pain of your loss.
Sue reminded me about her Bridge contact with you and our experiences together in TX.
Bobby Schmidt and Family
Friday, July 17, 2020
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
With Love, Bobby Schmidt and Family
DONALD SCHMIDT
Thursday, July 16, 2020
Dear Family,
We are so sorry for your loss! Karl was a loving Uncle and will be deeply missed. You are all in our hearts and prayers. I regret that we are not able to be with you during this difficult time. We are looking forward to visiting with you all soon.
Love,
Donnie, Angela, Rachael and Avery
Diane Hum
Thursday, July 16, 2020
I am so very sorry for the loss of Karl. He has been in my life for my entire life, in fact, we share January 4th as our birthdays. Karl has been a dear friend to Daddy for longer than I even know but I do know that Mother and Daddy always enjoyed the time they spent with the two of you. Karl was always wonderfully kind to me and my family and showed a genuine interest in things that were going on in our lives. I feel like I have lost a part of my childhood as well as a close family friend and a good, good man. I will be thinking of you and your family and praying for all of you. All my love, Diane
Rick and Mary Wiles
Thursday, July 16, 2020
Karl was a Christian man that we cared for.
We felt blessed to know him and he will be missed.