Douglas B Schmidt's Obituary
DOUGLAS B. SCHMIDT, 69
Retired LPD
LAKELAND - Douglas B. Schmidt, 69, passed away April 16, 2015. Doug was born in Birmingham, AL, on Oct. 22, 1945, to the late Alton and Frances Schmidt. Former Marine and Vietnam veteran, Doug was a life member of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, a life member of the DAV and a life member of the Third Marine Division Association. He retired from the Lakeland Police Department as Communications Supervisor. He followed his father, Alton Schmidt's steps by serving as ER for the Elks Lodge, and was a life member. Even throughout his illness, Doug maintained his humor and wit, and will be deeply missed. Doug is survived by his wife of 46 years, Tina Schmidt; daughters, Denise Schmidt and Michelle Schmidt-Buck; siblings, Sandra Harris, Kathy Jarrel and Steve Schmidt; numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be conducted Thurs., May 7th at 4 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, 4529 Harden Blvd., Lakeland, FL, followed by a celebration of life. Services are open to friends and family.
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