Rod Schmidt Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Rod Schmidt (Medicine Hat, Alberta), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Rod left this world on January 3, 2026 at the age of 75, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Rod Schmidt to show support.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Rod may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Harry Schmidt and Remona Schmidt. He is survived by: his wife Ivy Schmidt; his children, Keith, Kelly and Kane (Tanya); and his grandchildren, Jennica Bacon, Alexander Schmidt, Zach and Taya Schmidt.
A celebration of life was held on Saturday, January 10th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Saamis Memorial (1 Dunmore Rd SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A1Z5). A burial was held on Saturday, January 10th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Saamis Prairie View Cemetery (5160 Gershaw Dr SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1B3N2).
