Harold celebrated his 80th birthday this past September and was looking forward to a 57th June wedding anniversary with his highly beloved wife, Klara (Tast) Schmidt. His passing also left a son and daughter-in-law, Harry & Coco, a daughter, Margie and grandchildren and their spouses, Erich & Sarah, Michael, Monika & Jeremy and Stephen. In addition to these and other family members he is also survived by a large circle of individuals that he shared his wonderful humor, loving and joyful outlook with.
Born on the 22nd of September 1933 in Germany, he came to America in 1952 and was drafted into the Army in 1956.He met and married Klara while on leave to Nebraska, he returned to El Paso, Texas with her (where he was stationed) and there they began a wonderful life together. After leaving the Army they returned to Nebraska, then his job with Armours brought them to Minnesota and ultimately to Oregon in 1973.
He owned The Stork's Nest Baby Boutique in downtown Gresham for close to twenty years and has been a longtime resident in the Willowbrook neighborhood. His home there and his heart was a welcome place for many individuals. He will forever be remembered for his loving, friendly disposition and his incredible ability to bring light and laughter to all people and situations. To be in his presence was to feel genuine love, acceptance and warmth.
There are no words to express the depth to which he will be missed and remembered. We ask that God watch over him in all His Grace and Glory. Rest in Peace Dear Husband, Father, Grandfather and Friend.
Harold Paul Schmidt September 22, 1933 to April 4, 2014
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