Obituaries
Robert Carl Schmidt, II, 65
May 11, 2016
Robert Carl Schmidt, II, 65, of Mount Joy and formerly of Lititz and Johnstown, beloved husband, father and grandfather, quietly passed into eternity on May 11, 2016 at Hospice & Community Care. Born in Johnstown, he was the son of the late Robert Carl, Sr. and Ethel Viola Kirby Schmidt.
He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Pamela S. Jones Schmidt, their daughters, Hollie, wife of Joseph DeFilippo of Lititz and Heidi, wife of Nick Scott of Palmyra, their grandchildren Drew and Leah Shirk and Sara and Finn DeFilippo, his mother-in-law Norma Jones, brother-in-law David Jones, wife Karen, and their family, four siblings, and many nieces and nephews. Robert was preceded in death by his parents and his father-in-law Robert Jones.
A graduate of Richland Senior High School, Johnstown, he served 14 years in the PA National Guard. Robert worked for Bethlehem Steel, Johnstown, Good’s Furniture, New Holland and Compleat Restorations, Ephrata.
Robert enjoyed summers at their house in Dagsboro, DE, which they fondly referred to as “Happyville”, and nearby Bethany Beach. Robert’s family benefitted from his wisdom, his never-wavering integrity and his loving manner. “Thank you for teaching us all what truly matters in life. We love you.”
Throughout his life, he had many fun and memorable times with his family. He especially enjoyed owning more than 20 Corvettes with his wife over the years and always looked forward to car shows and road trips with his good friends and the Lancaster County Corvette Club. Robert had an extensive music collection that covered all genres and generations.
“When you were born, you cried and the world rejoiced. Live your life so that when you die, the world cries and you rejoice”. Cherokee
Special thanks for providing comfort and care to Hospice & Community Care, Dr. Sieber and Dr. Anderson.
At Robert’s request, there will be no formal services and interment will be private. A private celebration of life will be held at the convenience of the family. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 314 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17603 or to the Humane League of Lancaster County, 2195 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA 17602.
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Condolences to the Family
June 20, 2016
Pam and family , I’m so sorry to hear about Bob’s passing . We knew him from a good while . Even though I haven’t seen him for a long time, I will always think about him always . I hope that your family and yourself are well . I remember the old days when we were all young . Including you ! May God bless him and you and your family . Sincerely Barry Mulhollen
May 19, 2016
Pam & Family,
My sincere condolences on Bobs passing. I only new Bob briefly but I always enjoyed his dry sense of humor and I loved talking with him about his Corvettes, I enjoyed his passion for His family and his cars. Although he is no longer on earth, his soul suffers no more.
There are no words to make it better but he is now an angel heaven.
Best Regards
Teresa Madonna
May 17, 2016
Dear Pam and Family,
My thoughts and prayers will be with you all. I am so saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. I have such fond memories of the time I spent with him at Compleat. He was a wonderful person and a great mentor.
Sincerely,
Cammy
May 17, 2016
Dear Pam and family,
My deepest sympanthy to you and your family during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
Sincerely, Jeri Musselman
May 16, 2016
Pam, so sad to hear the sad news. I have some great memories of Bob from school to the Pa. National Guard 1/103rd Armor
Prayers for your family.
Greg & Polly Simmons
May 16, 2016
Pam, prayers to you and your family. Bob was an amazing man, he was known to me as Barnacle Bob and I will miss him. I have so many good memories to remember and look back on.
Debbie Enck
May 16, 2016
Prayers and condolences to the family. I have many fun memories of Bob, I was blessed to have met him, work with him and call him my friend
Tina Emlet
May 16, 2016
Pam, I am so sorry to hear of your Bob’s passing. My prayers are with you. God Bless. Susan Martin (Olson)
May 15, 2016
Bob and Pam were one of the couples I enjoyed spending time with at the corvette events. His humor and enjoyment for life helped make the club a fun place to hang around. saddened by the news. Pam, we will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Dennis and Cindy Tome
May 15, 2016
Our DEEPEST CONDOLENCES PAM ,HOLLIE AND HEIDI. “SCHWITZ” WAS NOT ONLY A FRIEND BUT FAMILY. MAY HIS CHARIOT RIDE TO HIS MEW HOME BE MET WITH PEACE AND LOVE. HE WILL BE IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER.
LOVE. HEIDI AND GIL
May 14, 2016
Hollie, you and your family are in our thoughts during this difficult time.
Pete, Chrissy & Travis
May 14, 2016
Loving thoughts to Pam and her family. Bob, known to us as Schwitz, will be missed. He is a wonderful friend who brought a lot of laughs to our lives. All the memories we shared for many years will stay with us forever. Margie and Tom