William M. Schmidt, Sr.

William M. Schmidt, Sr., 62, of Valley Township, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, July 23, 2016 surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband of Alberta Robinson Schmidt with whom he shared 40 years of marriage. Born in Coatesville, he was the son of the late John and Katherine Taylor Schmidt.

Bill was an area resident all his life. He was employed for over 25 years by the Lambert Spawn Company of Westwood, PA.

He is survived, in addition to his wife, by four children; William M. Schmidt, Jr. and fiance Melanie Edwards of Gap, Jeffrey Schmidt of Altoona, PA, Agusta Lucianetti and husband Joseph of Wagontown and Christopher M. Schmidt of Valley Township, 12 grandchildren and four siblings; Richie Schmidt of East Earl, Barbara Gilbert of Valley Township, John Schmidt of Christiana, PA and Pat Hatfield of Florida. He was preceded in death by two brothers; Ralph and Robert Schmidt.

Funeral services will be private at the convenience of the family.  Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com