Heidi, Sean and family

My thoughts and prayers are with you.  You have lots of memories to lead you forward. His pain is over. 

Love Bonnie

Heidi, Bernie, Fred and Family ….
Jack and I were late comers to knowing the immense warmth of friendship with the Schmidt family … only 20 years. They are 20 very valued years. 
We are both profoundly sorry for the loss of your father, Willie. Whenever any of you spoke of Willie, there was no mistaking how much you all loved him. That was also true for his grandchildren, and it will always be true. Although his loss is great, you have a lifetime of happy memories to share with each other. I am sure many have been shared over this past week.  
It always warmed my heart, that whenever I visited Heidi, Willie always made sure he came for a visit, even when I know he was not feeling the best. Loved his laugh! I love the pictures posted of Willie in his leather jacket. That is how I will remember him. Who among us could say that their Dad looked good in a leather jacket? Certainly not mine, but Willie did. I thought he was the coolest looking Dad in his leather jacket. 
Wish we could be there to give you all a hug, have a cry and then a laugh and share memories with you. Know that we love you all very much.❤️❤️
 



Willie!!  You are the best and will be missed dearly.  To your wonderful family- we feel your loss and appreciate your dedication to such a great Man. So many memories to treasure. Our hearts are full of Love for you Willie 

Love Bob & Lynn Saunders

So sad to lose such a great man. He will always be fondly remembered.  Heart felt sympathy to Willie's family and all those that loved him. May the years of wonderful memories help you through this painful time.

Uncle Willie, as my brother Bill and I knew him, was a kind, warm, gentle man that I'll always remember with great fondness. 
My favorite memory of him was when he used to check the pond on his property to make sure it was safe for Bill and I to put on our skates and play some ice hockey. For two kids that loved the sport, it was huge fun and I've never forgotten it. I still play hockey and who knows, maybe that's how I got my inspiration. Thanks uncle Willie for giving us that opportunity and a great memory. 
Thoughts and prayers to all the family. 
Freddie, Heidi,  Bernie, and Auntie Marge too. 
Sincerely, Jaimie and family.  

Uncle Willy was a wonderful and positive influence on my life. He was always available and willing to help.
His memory will always be with me.

My heartfelt condolences to my cousins Fred, Bernie, Heidi and their families.

Rick Nelson

To Bernie, Heidi and Fred  ~~ God grant you the strength and peace to accept His plan for your Dad at this time.   He is now surrounded by the most abundant Love Peace and Joy which we can only imagine.  Willie will be missed by so many.  He was always  caring and always ready to help and many times a mentor to me. I will miss him dearly.  I like to think he gave me a message from his heavenly home today.  Somehow I remembered one of his favourite singers that he spoke of over 35 years ago.  He really enjoyed Mario Lanza and on a whim I googled him.  My eyes met with a large picture on the screen  of Mario and a song he sang.  I played it in wonder.  It was called "I'll Walk With God "   Thank You Willie.  

Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace dear Willie. Amen - So much Love, Nadine Langford

We are deeply saddened to hear of Willy’s passing.  As a neighbour we have enjoyed years of fond memories, stories and many laughs.  Willy was one of a kind and he taught us how to live life on one’s own terms.   He was generous of his time and affection with us.  Willy kept cokes in the downstairs fridge for our son Chase when they would visit and have long chats.  Willy encouraged Chadd to start his own business & offered advise that was well received.  We are better for having known him & will miss him greatly.   Our thoughts and prayers are with Fred, Bernie and family.  

Beyond words to describe our family's love for this man. He loved to laugh but also shared many tears with Granny and was like a brother to Mom & Dad. Simply put, there was nothing he wouldn't do for anyone in the family. My prayers of consolation are with Fred, Bernie, Heidi and family. 
 God Bless you Uncle Willie and guide you to the reunion with our family waiting to welcome you to that heavenly home.

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William John Schmidt

24 March, 1934 – 12 June, 2022

Woodlawn Mission Funeral Home

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