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John Joseph Schmidt

23 Oct 1945 – 25 May 2019

Birth	23 Oct 1945
Death	25 May 2019
Cemetery	All Saints Catholic Cemetery Columbus , Platte County , Nebraska , USA
Added by	Anonymous on 17 Jun 2022
FaG	https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/199481778

Bio

John grew up in Columbus and attended St Anthony grade school and Junior High. He entered the United States Army at the age of 17. He spent the majority of his military time in Germany, which sparked his interest in the country and led to him taking several trips back in later years. He married Mary Ann Sumovich in 1967 and they made Columbus their home for 52 years. He worked for the City of Columbus for nearly 20 years. John worked at McKown Funeral Home, worked as private investigator and did bailiff work for the District Court. He was a lifetime member of St Anthony’s parish, former parish council member, former Grand Knight for the Knights of Columbus, former commander with the DAV and a member of the American Legion. Outside of work, John was a great resource to many, because of his ability to fix anything. He was a man of many interests and talents. He was known for his very unique woodwork creations (many of which were donated) including items ranging from personalized walking sticks, intricate hand-carved furniture and clocks, to nine-foot realistic guitars, two of which have found their home at the Johnny Cash museum in Nashville, TN. This meant a lot to John, having met Johnny Cash and being a lifelong fan. For the better part of John’s life, he found great joy in spending time on the river, whether mushroom hunting, three-wheeling or exploring. He loved all aspects of nature. Those that knew him best loved his sharp wit and unique sense of humor. Preceded by: Parents: Julius and Vera (Schefcick) Schmidt Sister: Jeannie Schmidt Brother: Jerome Schmidt in infancy John is survived by: Wife; Mary Ann Schmidt Sons; John B. (Rachael) Schmidt. Rich (Andrene Welch) Schmidt and Monty Schmidt Daughters: Sheila (John Novack) Schmidt and Misty (Thad) Swanson Grandchildren: Casey, Macy, Justin and Brittany 3 Great Grandchildren Brother: Jim (Darlene) Schmidt Brother Richard “Dick” (Barbara) Schmidt of Lakeport, CA Omaha World Herald McKown Funeral Home May 2019

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Family

Parents

• Julius G. Schmidt 1918–2007
• Vera Schefcick Schmidt 1919–1981

Siblings

• Jerome E. Schmidt 1943–1943
• James Jerome "Jim" Schmidt 1944–2023
• Jean M. Schmidt 1952–1970

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