Carl Wayne Schmidt's Obituary
CARL WAYNE SCHMIDT, 68, passed away on July 19th, 2023 at HCA Hospital in Pearland, Texas. He was born on February 13th, 1955, in Houston, Texas to Harry Carl Schmidt Jr. and Bobbie Marie Schmidt. He was the youngest of four children and was fondly referred to as “the baby” of the family. Growing up, Carl always made good grades. In his Senior year, he was an official participant in the bull riding event at the Texas State Championship High School Rodeo. He graduated from Ross Sterling High School in 1973 and continued his education at University of Houston while working various jobs. In 1977, Carl trained for and accepted a position in construction as a Universal Equipment Operator. He really enjoyed operating the heavy equipment and remained at this job for several years.
In 1987, Carl was blessed with his only child, Ashley Marie Schmidt. His daughter brought much joy to him and he often told others that Ashley was his greatest achievement in life.
He is preceded in death by his father Harry Schmidt in Jan. 2003 and his mother Bobbie Schmidt in Apr. 2023. Succeeding him are Daughter: Ashley Schmidt and husband Jose Lomas; Grandchildren: Ashton Fuentes, Julian Lomas, Isaac Lomas; Siblings: Shirley Marie Wheeler and husband Rusty, David Gordon Schmidt and wife Fran, and Debra Schmidt Ramey
A celebration of Carl's life will be Friday, August 18th from 10AM to 11 PM at SouthPark Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be made to the Houston Humane Society, 14700 Almeda Rd, Houston, TX 77053.
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