Robert Schmidt

Robert Schmidt was born on June 19, 1956, in Fredericksburg, Texas, to John and Altha Fay Schmidt. He graduated from Fredericksburg High School in 1974, where he played football and earned a scholarship to Sul Ross University.

Robert began his career at River City Machinery, where he drove haul trucks and worked on heavy equipment as a diesel mechanic. It was there that he met the love of his life, Sabrina Parker, beginning a love story that would last for 41 years.

He later joined Waukesha-Pearce Industries (WPI), where he began as a heavy equipment mechanic. Through years of hard work, dedication, and experience, Robert worked his way up to Shop Foreman and eventually Service Manager. He devoted more than 30 years to WPI before retiring due to disability. Robert took pride in his work and built a career that reflected his strong work ethic and commitment.

Outside of work, Robert had a love for Bingo in Granger. Tuesdays and Sundays were his days, and nothing was going to get in the way! If you tried to make plans with Robert on a Bingo Day, you already knew the answer. Those who knew him understood just how much he enjoyed his time playing.

Robert also had a special place in his heart for his three girls—his beloved fur babies, Jenny, Mabel, and Stella. They were his princesses and his world, and they were spoiled with plenty of treats, love, and attention. They brought him endless joy and were cherished members of his family.

Above all, Robert treasured his wife, Sabrina, his children, grandchildren, great grandson Gavin Wayne and the many people who became part of his family along the way. He leaves behind a lifetime of memories, sarcasm, witt, laughter, love, and a legacy that will live on through those who knew and loved him. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents, John Schmidt and Altha Fay Short; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Charlie and Gladys Parker, Raymond and Rosie Boos; his brothers, James and Richard Schmidt; his sisters, Katherine Garcia and Susan Foster; his brothers-in-law, Charlie “Frog” Parker and Lee Peters; his sisters-in-law, Peggy Schmidt and Mary Schmidt; and his grandson, Carter Smith.

Those left to cherish his memory include his beloved wife of 41 years, Sabrina Schmidt; his brother, John William Schmidt Jr.; his sisters, Joyce King (LeeRoy) and Mary Jane Holcomb (Randy); his brother-in-law, Melvin Foster; his sisters-in-law, Vickie Thornton (Rick) and Carolyn Parker; his daughters, Christie Schmidt (John) and Stephanie Shaw (Gene); his son, Eric Smith (Laura); and his grandchildren, Jaida, Kilee, Paeton, Chloe, Cooper, and Corbin. He also leaves behind his great-grandson, Gavin Wayne, along with several nieces and nephews and the special “adopted daughters” who were always around and held a place in his heart.

Robert’s life was defined by hard work, devotion to family, and the simple joys that made him who he was. Though he is no longer with us, the love he shared, the memories he created, and the lives he touched will remain forever in the hearts of those who loved him. He will be loved always, missed beyond words, and never forgotten.

A visitation will be held at Providence Funeral Home, 807 Carlos Parker Blvd NW, Taylor, TX 76574, on October 16, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.