OBITUARY

Elgin Matthew Schmidt II

December 18, 1957 – May 24, 2015

Elgin Matthew “Matt” Schmidt II passed away on May 24, 2015 in San Jose, California at the age of 57.

Matt is survived by his wife Dawn, two step-sons Joshua Lorius (Ashley Stauffacher) of Ben Lomond, CA and Travis Lorius of San Jose, CA; his parents Elbert and Lenora Schmidt of Rochelle, TX; sister Cheryl Schmidt (husband Jack) of Newell, SD; and brother Mark Schmidt (wife Wendi) and nephew Mason Schmidt of Fort Worth, TX. He is also survived by his dogs Bella and Riley. Matt was born on December 18, 1957 in Fredericksburg, TX. He graduated as Valedictorian from Harper High School in Texas. He enlisted in the United States Air Force (USAF) in 1977. Matt earned his Master of Science in Administration from Central Michigan University while enlisted. He earned his commission in the USAF in 1987 and retired as Captain in 1992. In 1999 he married Dawn Lorius. For the last 11 years he worked as a Senior Software Engineer for PayPal in San Jose, CA. Matt enjoyed spending time with his family, taking the dogs for walks, reading, watching movies, and walking among the redwoods.

A visitation service is scheduled for Saturday, May 30th at Lima Family Mortuary in Santa Clara, CA with family present from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. A Memorial Service will be at 5:00 p.m.

Burial will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Fredericksburg, TX.

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Keith Martin

July 15, 2021

I was stationed with Matt at Altus AFB, OK where we became good friends. At the end of my enlistment, I got out of the Air Force and returned home to Georgia. Matt and I stayed in touch and he later informed me that he would be re-stationed at Robins AFB, GA, which was very close to where I was living at the time. It was great to be able to reconnect with him again. When he left Robins, I lost touch with him. Fast forward a couple of years ago, Matt got on my mind and I felt compelled to try and see if I could find any information on his whereabouts, only to be shocked to find/read his obituary. Just like others who left comments, Matt was a great guy and I felt honored to have known him and to have been his friend. Although this is belated, my thoughts and prayers go out to all his family members.

Donald Caylor

June 1, 2015

I first met Matt when he arrived at Warner Robins, GA, the 5th Mob. He seemed pretty reserved at the time, but came out quickly. I'll miss the talks we had, like the one at the last reunion in GA. His passing is a loss to all and any who had met himeven if for a minute. My prayers go out to his wife Dawn, family and friends, he will genuinely be missed.

Tammy, Jessica, and Tanner Robinson

May 31, 2015

Our love and prayers go out to you Dawn and boys, Bella and Riley, may gods love help you get through the times ahead. Matt will be in our hearts forever.

Virgil Bierschwale

May 30, 2015

I remember matt best from the year his dad forced me to play football or get expelled.

Good memories and a great classmate

Beverly Fix

May 30, 2015

Our sympathy to you and your family. Prayers and thoughts to you at this sad time.

Maureen Plummer Reuter

May 30, 2015

Matt was so quiet when he first arrived to the Mob. But he soon fit in and will continue to live in our hearts! My prayers are with you and your family.

David Johnson

May 30, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Scott Zanders

May 30, 2015

I had the honor of being stationed with Matt early in my military career. He left a positive and lasting impression on me. He will be missed by all of his fellow "Gators".

Hollis Walker

May 29, 2015

Dad always spoke highly of Matt. I remember him from when I was little.

Dennis Craig

May 29, 2015

Matt really touched me. His brilliance will be missed here on earth. Honored just knowing him. Now your bright light will shine on the world.

FROM THE FAMILY