The world bids farewell to Bernhard Schmitte of Stratford, Ontario, departing on May 11, 2024 at the age of 84. Bernhard leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Emma Schmitte and Bernhard Schmitte; his wife Nancy Schmitte; his siblings, Albert, Herbert Schmitte, Martha Plassmann and Elizabeth Albers; and his siblings-in-law, Frank Kearsey and Ann Kovachevich.

He is survived by : his children, Karen Bell (Larry) of Stratford and Bernard Schmitte (Lilia Mabagos) of Edmonton; his grandchildren, Alexandria Bell (Philip) and Zachary Bell (Kayla); his siblings-in-law, Mary Sumarak and Robert Kearsey (Sharon); and his close friend Ruth Weller.

Visitation was held on Tuesday, May 21st 2024 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the W. G. Young Funeral Home (430 Huron St, Stratford, ON N5A5T7). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, May 21st 2024 from 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM at the same location. A graveside service was held on Tuesday, May 21st 2024 from 2:00 PM to 2:20 PM at the Avondale Cemetery (4 Avondale Ave, Stratford, ON N5A6M4). A reception was held on Tuesday, May 21st 2024 from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM at the W. G. Young Funeral Home Reception Centre (430 Huron St, Stratford, ON N5A5T7).

CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY - SOCIÉTÉ CANADIENNE DU CANCER HEART STROKE FOUNDATION ONTARIO. Donate Now (https://donate.mytributegift.org).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
w.G. Young Funeral Home