Lois I. Schmidt

Grand Haven

(formerly of Benton Harbor)

Lois I. Schmidt, age 89, passed away on January 9, 2012, in Grand Haven, MI. She was born Lois Irene Brown on April 18, 1922, in Benton Harbor, the daughter of Charles and Elida Brown. She married Robert E. Schmidt on January 24, 1948. Lois worked at St. Joseph Memorial Hospital and Van Antwerp Pharmacies prior to retirement. She was active in the Methodist Peace Temple for many years and later in the Catholic Church. Her beloved husband, Bob, preceded her in death. She is survived by her children, Beverly Hundley, and Marty and Robin Schmidt; grandchildren, Julia Fuzak, Brad and Andrea Fuzak, Rob Hundley, Michael Schmidt, Erin and Matt Young; two great-grandchildren, Brady and Madelyn Fuzak; many nieces and nephews; and her loving sister-in-law, Lorraine Brown. She enjoyed many close friends and good times in the Benton Harbor- St. Joseph community, and will be remembered for her kindness and generosity. She was an active participant in her assisted living community in Grand Haven following her move there two years ago, particularly enjoying music and social events. There will be a Memorial Mass at a later time at St. John’s and Bernard Catholic Church in Benton Harbor. Memorial contributions may be made to the Berrien Community Foundation or other local charities of choice. Arrangements by Ever Rest Funeral Home and Chapel-Muskegon. Please leave a condolence for the family at www.everrestfuneralhomeandchapel.com