John Bert Schmidt

He was born August 22, 1948 in Austin, TX to Herman and Grace Schmidt.

John published almost two dozen works, through his publishing company, Path Publishing, six other publishers, and ebook publishers. For more than two decades he has been the editor of Path Publishing, releasing the works of more than twenty authors. In addition, he earned Master’s Degrees in English and Drama; spent several years teaching college and high school English; penned more than 4,000 poems; developed skills for writing in several genres, from nonfiction books to plays to poems to short stories; and has always encompassed a great love for creative expression and the human experience. He lived in Amarillo, Texas and was the Membership Coordinator for the Hi-Plains Poetry Society and Inspirational Writers Alive!, Amarillo Chapter.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

In lieu of flowers, family suggests memorials be sent to your favorite charity in John's name.