Sadly Marcel Schmidt passed away on March 25, 2022 at the age of 67 years old. He was born on January 17, 1955 in Salzgitter Lebenstedt, Germany. Marcel lived in Kelowna B.C for 22 years, he suffered from lung and bone cancer for a year and a half and sadly, he lost his battle this March.
Marcel came to Canada from Germany at 5 years old to start a new life with his parents and sisters Bridgette and Silvia. He moved to Kelowna in 1999 and got a job with Arrow Space Kelowna FlightCraft, retiring in 2020, Marcel loved his work there.
Hunting was his relaxing time from frustrations. Quiet, beautiful and peaceful he used to say; also thought very highly of his kids and grandkids. Loved that smile when he talked about those things.
We will sadly miss him and will hold his memory in our hearts and mind. Marcel is survived by his wife Patricia Schmid, his four children: Adam Schmid, Joseph Schmid and daughter Jessica and 12 grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Sister Silvia Schmid and Brother in law Joseph Bristriky. Predeceased by daughter Ginger Schmid and Sister Bridgette Bristriky.
A celebration of life will be held at First Memorial Funeral Service on April 8th at 1:00 pm. A livestream link will be available on First Memorial Funeral Services website under Marcel’s obituary. The family has requested casual attire. .
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.firstmemorialfuneralkelowna.com for the Schmid family.
Arrangements entrusted with First Memorial Funeral Services, Kelowna, BC 250-762-2299
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