Ruby F. (Basham) Schmidt's obituary , Passed away on February 12, 2026 in Louisville, Kentucky

Ruby F. (Basham) Schmidt

February 12, 2026

Louisville, Kentucky

Ruby F. (Basham) Schmidt's obituary , Passed away on February 12, 2026 in Louisville, Kentucky

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Ruby F. (Basham) Schmidt Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Ruby F. (Basham) Schmidt in Louisville, Kentucky, born in Lodiburg, Kentucky, who passed away, on February 12, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ruby F. (Basham) Schmidt to show support.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: her husband Walter George Schmidt Jr.; her parents, Junious Basham and Georgia Basham; her children-in-law, Kenny Shope and Emily Eddings-Thomas; her children, Nancy Shope Thomas and Mark Thomas; her grandchildren, Anthony (Kelly), Angel (Jamie) and Anita (Steve); her great grandchildren, Sierra of Antoine, JR, Jevon, Alex, Mackenzie, Mady, Steve and Tony; and her great great grandchild Baker.

Donations to Ormsby Heights Baptist Church in lieu of flowers.

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Owen Funeral Home
5317 Dixie Hwy, Louisville, KY 40216

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Feb 21

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Owen Funeral Homes - Dixie Highway
5317 Dixie Hwy, Louisville, KY 40216

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