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John Thomas "JT" Schmidt

John Thomas “JT” Schmidt, age 86, passed away at his residence near New Bloomington on Monday August 10, 2009 at 2:45 PM. He was born April 12, 1923 very near his present home to the late William J. and Geneva (Miller) Schmidt. He graduated from Agosta High School in 1941. Served in the US Army W W II, from January 1943 thru January 1946. Having been stationed in New Guinea, Netherland East Indies, Morotai, and Mindanao, Ph.Isls. He received an Honorable Discharge as staff sergeant, earned the Bronze Star for valor and the Bronze Arrowhead. Sixty-one years ago, On June 19, 1948 he married Lois Kraner, who survives. Also surviving, a niece Deanna (Ken) Foster of  Port Clinton, a nephew, Larry (Jerolyn) Niswander, their families, Brent (Sarah) Emme and Ashton of  Wake Forest, N.C. and Brian (Priscilla) Leah and Ben of Mason, OH, and Kelli Davis of Gallipolis.  An “adopted brother” Richard Crider of Marion, special friends Jim and Jeanne Pryor and Ron and Cheryl Breece and cousins and friends and special riding companion, Fritzi.  He is predeceased by two brothers; Milford and Dewitt and special niece Aleta Schmidt Niswander. He was employed by Marion Power Shovel, Marion Industries a Div. of Motor Products and retired after 29 years with Whirlpool.  He was a member  of the Marion County Farm Bureau, DAV, and VFW 7201. Memorial services will be at Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home in LaRue.  Pastor Christopher Wiseman will conduct the service on Friday August 14, 2009 at 7:00 PM. with visiting 2 hours prior to the service.  Interment will take place Saturday August 22, 2009 at 11:00 AM at Agosta Cemetery with Military Rites conducted by the Marion Area Veterans Council. Those who wish may make contributions to Hospice of Marion General Hospital, Marion, Ohio Remembrances and Condolences may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballingerfuneralhome.com Directions to Agosta Cemetery Florist Login Feel free to post a remembrance on this person's birthday, anniversary of passing, holidays, or whenever feels appropriate.

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Condolences       to #1 from: Jane Beeching Shelby OH. Tue, Aug 11, 2009 at 9:38 PM Thinking of you as you face this difficult time. Love and prayers  Jane #2 from: Brenda (Clixby) Kramer Marion OH Wed, Aug 12, 2009 at 10:53 AM Thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time of the loss of your soulmate.  John was a wonderful man with a heart of gold.  God Bless. Love, Brenda #3 from: Susan Flesher McKean North Ridgeville, Ohio Wed, Aug 12, 2009 at 12:30 PM It was my honor to have been able to meet and spend time with John and other members of the 383rd Anti Aircraft battalion at their annual reunion.  My life is certainly richer for those times.  I also fell in love with Lois for her wit, good humor, and the goodies she alwaus brought.  My deepest sympathies.  Susan #4 from: Ulery's Lakeview, OH Wed, Aug 12, 2009 at 7:34 PM Johnny will be missed. Our condolences to the family. Mabel, Jack and Sue Ulery #5 from: Joy Albert Miller Marion Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 8:19 AM Dearest Lois, I am so sorry to hear about John. My heart is with you at this difficult time. John will be missed by many people whose lives he touched and I am one of them     Love you, Joy #6 from: Bobby & Susie Conley & Family Next door neighbor Fri, Aug 14, 2009 at 3:53 PM Dear Lois & family, We were saddened to hear of your loss.  We are right next door if you need anything.  We will be praying for God to grant you peace and comfort in your time of grief. With love and prayers, The Conley Family Bobby, Susie, Dustin & Jakob

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