Gary-James-Schmidt

GARY JAMES SCHMIDT

Gary was on our Jan 1971 Roster.

PHOTOS

I was unable to find additional photos for Gary.

BIRTH 26 Aug 1950
DEATH 8 Aug 2019 (aged 68)

BURIAL - North Dakota Veterans Cemetery, Mandan, Morton County, North Dakota, USA, MEMORIAL ID 210639466

OBITUARY

Gary James Schmidt, 68, died Aug. 8, 2019, surrounded by his family in the comfort of his home in Casper, Wyo. An Army veteran (served 70-71) , Gary was awarded the Purple Heart and Bronze Star for his actions while serving in Vietnam. He was born on Aug. 26, 1950, in Bismarck, the second of eight children to parents Victor and Minnie Schmidt. He graduated from Flasher High School in 1968. He promptly joined the Army and served two tours in Vietnam. Upon returning home, he married Melinda Krueger in 1973, and the couple enjoyed 45 years of marriage. He worked various jobs including gas station attendant, insurance salesman and drill rig operator. The majority of his career was spent working as a letter carrier for the U.S. Post Office; he gave 33 years of exemplary service.

Upon retirement, he volunteered for the Disabled American Veterans transportation department, and enjoyed providing rides for veterans to and from Casper and surrounding communities. Gary found peace and tranquility in the natural world. He enjoyed hunting and fishing all of his life. He also treasured time spent at his remote cabin property, which he and his wife poured their heart and soul into. Gary was a hard worker, and was always at his best when there was a job to be done, whether at his childhood farm in North Dakota or at his home in Casper. He was a member of the Catholic parish, Our Lady of Fatima, in Casper. Gary is survived by his wife, Melinda Schmidt, Casper; and his sons, Jason and Ryan Schmidt. He is preceded in death by his father, Victor Schmidt, Bismarck. Victor was also an Army veteran, and was awarded the Silver Star for his actions during World War II. Gary and Victor will always be remembered, together, for their service.