Odessa City Cemetery 

                                                                                        Obituaries submitted by Marge Womach

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Schmauder, Christina  (d. 6-30-1976; b. 7-11-1886; TS; OC)

Schmauder, Christina,  d/o F.  (d. 3-24-1923; b. 3-23-1923; Odessa; DC; dc; LL) “Christina Schmauder. Birth: 23 March 1923, lived 12 hours, 50 mins; Mother: Kate Reiner, born Russia; Father: Jacob Schmauder, born Russia. Died: 24 March 1923, Wheeler, WA. Burial: Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA.” (Lincoln County Health death card) “Christina Schmauder. Female, white, single. Birth: Odessa, 23 March 1923, lived 12 hours, 50 mins; Mother: Kate Reiner, born Russia; Father: Fred Schmauder, born Russia. Informant: Fred Schmauder of Wheeler. Died: 3-24-1923, Dist. #6, Odessa, WA. Cause: inamiteria; Contributory: premature birth. L M Thompson, MD of Odessa. Burial: Odessa, WA on 3-25-1923. No Attendant.” (WA State Register of Death; cemetery not specified) “Infant of Fred Schmauder and Cath. nee Reiner, born 23 March in Odessa, died 24 March, funeral 25 March in Odessa (1923 listing).” (Christ Lutheran Church ledger) 

Schmauder, Christina Hiser,   (d. 8-21-1932; b. 11-25-1853; TS; obit; OC; Strates; dc) Christina Schmauder. Died: 21 Aug 1932, Odessa, WA.  Birth: 25 Nov 1853, Russia; Spouse: Widow, no name given; Mother: Katherine Wildnut, born Russia; Father: William Hiser, born Russia; Burial: Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA.” (Lincoln County Health death card) “Christiana Schmauder.  Birth: 25 Nov 1853. Died: 21 Aug 1932; Buried: Odessa. Age: 78 yrs 9 mos 16 days. 2 Tochter, 3 sohne, 42 Enkel, 2 schweistern, 22 uhunkel.” (Congregational Ledger by Rev G G Gradel) “The life of Christina Schmauder, widow, 78, who brought her family to America in 1901, after the death of her husband, ended on Sunday morning, when she died at the family home here, after a short illness. Funeral services were held at the Pilgrim Congregational church on Tuesday afternoon, the Rev G Graedel of Odessa, conducting the service. Burial was made in the Odessa Cemetery.  Survivors include Mrs. Ludwig Flath, Odessa; Mrs. Jacob Reiner, Sultan, WA; Jacob Schmauder Sr. and Fred Schmauder, Ruff; and William Schmauder, Odessa. Her husband died in Russia 40 years ago. Mrs. Schmauder brought her family from Russia in 1901 and settled in Grant County. Later she retired and moved to Odessa, where the family home has been. Pallbearers at the funeral included George Greenwalt, Fred Weishaar Sr., John Cook, Jacob Suchland, Emmanuel Salo and Christ Hille. Mrs. Schmauder had been active in the congregation at the Pilgrim Congregational church and had been ill only a week when her death came.” (Odessa Record: 26 Aug 1932)

Schmauder, Ester,   (d. 1985; b. 1911; TS; OC; dc) “Esther Schmauder. Died: 12-18-1985, Odessa, WA.  Mother: Katherine Margaret Piester.  Father: Jacob Schauerman.  Spouse: Widowed, John Schmauder. Buried: Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA.” (Lincoln County Health death card) “Esther Schauerman Schmauder of Odessa, born Aug 9, 1911 in Fruita, Colorado to Jacob and Katherine Schauerman, passed away here Dec 18, (1985). She was one of 10 children born to her parents, hard-working immigrants from Russia who emigrated first to Colorado and then in 1914 to Odessa. Receiving her formal education in Odessa school, Mrs. Schmauder graduated from high school here in 1931, then worked at J C Penney Company in Odessa for several years.  She then went to work at Schmauder’s Market, and in 1938 she was married to John Schmauder, with whom she worked for many years to build up the grocery store. After John’s retirement, they spent many happy hours in the family garden.  A devoted wife and mother, Mrs. Schmauder was baptized in the Christian faith, and confirmed in that faith in May, 1926. She was a member of the UCC after the consolidation with the Pilgrim Congregational Church.  She was active in church and civic affairs until her health began to fail, when her life centered more about her family and garden. Preceded in death by her parents and by her husband, John, Mrs. Schmauder is survived by a son John Jr. and family of East Wenatchee; by a daughter, Sally Jascur and family of Puyallup; by three brothers: Ted, Art and Mel Schauerman of Odessa; by three sisters: Alma Fulford of Redmond, Eleanor Sackman of Yakima, and Harriet Kaufman of Tacoma; and by other relatives and many friends. Final services were held Dec 21 at Christ Lutheran Church, Pastor Daniel Cronrath officiating. Interment followed at the Odessa Cemetery under the direction of Strate Funeral Home.” (Odessa Record: 12-26-1985) 

Schmauder, Fred,   (d. 1967; b. 1883; TS; OC; LL; dc) “Fred Schmauder. Died: 3-30-1967. Father: unknown; Mother: unknown; Birth: 23 August 1883, Russia. Spouse: Katherine Reiner, deceased. Burial: Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA.” (Lincoln County Health death card) (edit: death date discrepancy in Lutheran Ledger)“Fred Schmauder.—His home, Odessa, WA. Survived by two sons, Edward Schmauder, Moses Lake, WA, and John W. Schmauder, Odessa, WA; 3 daughters, Mrs. Lydia Knecht, Warden, WA; Mrs. Anna Giese and Kay Gies, both of Odessa, WA; 17 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Monday, April 3, at 11 a.m. from the Christ Lutheran Church, in Odessa, Pastor Werner J Fritz officiating. Interment Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA. The Strate Funeral Home, Odessa, WA, in charge of arrangements.” (Spokesman Review: 4-03-1967)

Schmauder, Fred C.,  (d. 1945; b. 1908; TS; OC; Strates; LL) “Fred  Schmauder.  Born: July 14, 1908, at Odessa, WA. Died: Nov 25, 1945, at Spokane, WA. Buried: Nov 28, 1945, at Odessa, WA. Cause of death: endocarditis. Mourned by widow, parents, 3 brothers, 3 sisters. Age: 37 yrs 4 mos 11 days. Text: Luke 12:40 (English); Ps. 119:76-77 (German) E R P” (Christ Lutheran Church ledger)  “Fred C. Schmauder. Residence: Portland, Oregon. Birth: 7-14-1908, (birthplace not given); Death: 11-25-1945, Spokane, WA. Aged: 37 yrs 4 mos 11 days. Male, white, married, grocery man. Burial: Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA. Funeral Service: Christ Lutheran Church, Wednesday, 11-28-45, 2 p.m. Interment, Rev E. R. Pflueger.” (Mortuary Ledger-parental information & spouse not given) “Funeral services for Fred C. Schmauder, who died at Spokane early Sunday morning, were held from the Christ Lutheran church on Wednesday afternoon, with the Rev E. R. Pflueger officiating, with burial in the Odessa Cemetery under the direction of Strate Funeral Home. Pall bearers included Fred Gettman, Reuben Fink, Henry Uhrich, Emanuel Yuckert, Sol Zier, and Henry Schafer.  Fred C. Schmauder was born at Odessa, July 14, 1908, and grew to manhood in this vicinity, where he took up the grocery business, which he followed at Odessa, Ephrata, Oroville and Harrington. During the war he took a war job and had been working as a welder at Portland when he took ill. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Elsie Schmauder of Portland, Oregon; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Schmauder, Odessa; three brothers, Edward of Wheeler, Robert of Moses Lake, and John of Odessa; three sisters, Mrs. Lydia Knecht, of Warden; Mrs. Anna Giese and Mrs. Katy Gies, both of Odessa.” (Odessa Record: 29 Nov 1945)

Schmauder, John,   (d. 1985; b. 1913; TS; OC; dc) “Graveside service for Odessa resident John Schmauder, 72, was July 22 at the Odessa Cemetery.  Born June 21, 1913 on the family farm near  Ruff, Mr. Schmauder died July 20. While working in the family store in Odessa, Mr. Schmauder became known throughout the Basin for his German sausage. He spent 35 years working in the family store and eventually became owner and operator, retiring in 1978. He is survived by his wife, Esther, at the home; one son, John Schmauder Jr. of East Wenatchee; one daughter, Sally Jascur of Puyallup; three sisters, Lydia Knecht of Warden and Anna Giese and Gay Gies, both of Odessa; 7 grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews, including Evelyn Hardy of Warden and Linda Bishop and Donald and Joyce Schmauder, all of Moses Lake.  He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers.” (scrapbook obit) “John Schmauder. Died: July 20, 1985, Davenport, WA. Mother: Katherine Reiner. Father: Fred Schmauder. Spouse: Married-Esther Schauerman. Buried: Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA.” (Lincoln County Health death card) “John Schmauder of Odessa, born on the family homestead near Ruff June 21, 1913 to Fred and Katherine Schmauder, passed away July 20, (1985) at Odessa Memorial Hospital.  He attended local schools and graduated from Moses Lake High School before going to work in 1933 with his father in the family grocery store. He married Esther Schauerman in July 1938.... Mr. Schmauder was a confirmed member of the Christ Lutheran Church here in Odessa. Graveside service, Pastor Daniel Cronrath officiating, was held July 22 at Odessa Cemetery, under the direction of Strate Funeral Home.” (Odessa Record: 7-25-1985)

Schmauder, John (Sr.),   (d. 10-30-1928; b. 8-28-1879; OC; Strates; dc) “John Schmauder.  Died: 30 Oct 1928, Ruff, WA. Birth: 29 Aug 1879, South Russia. Spouse: married, no name given. Mother: unobtainable, born Russia; Father: John Schmauder, born Russia. Burial: Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA.” (Lincoln County Health death card) “John Schmauder. Death: Oct 30, 1928, 10 a.m. at 6 miles west of Odessa. Occupation: farmer. Birth: Aug 28, 1879, Russia.  Age: 49 yrs 2 mos 2 days. Male, white, married. Father: John Schmauder, born Russia; Mother: unobtainable. Residence: Ruff, WA. Physician: Dr Thompson of Odessa. Interment: Odessa. Leaves wife: Christine of Ruff, WA and 13 children (not listed).” (Mortuary Ledger) “John Schmauder, pioneer farmer of the Ruff district, died of a heart attack on the highway about 7 miles west of Odessa Tuesday. He had been afflicted with heart disease for three years. He was on the way to Odessa for a dental appointment, accompanied by his son, when a tire on their car blew out and Mr. Schmauder lost consciousness. A passerby took him to Dr L M Thompson’s office where he was pronounced dead.” (From the Odessa Record of Nov 5, 1953, reprinted in Nov 2003)

Schmauder, Katharine,   (d. 1966; b. 1886; TS; OC; dc) “Katherine Schmauder. Died: 12-19-1966, Odessa, WA.  Birth: 24 May 1886, in Russia; Mother: Katherine Dublar; Father: Jacob Reiner. Spouse: Married-Fred Schmauder. Buried: Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA.” (Lincoln County Health death card) “Funeral services were held from Christ Lutheran Church on Wednesday afternoon for Mrs Katherine Schmauder, 80, who died Monday at Memorial hospital after a brief illness. Rev Werner J Fritz officiated with burial in the Odessa Cemetery, under the direction of the Strate Funeral Home. Her grandsons acted as pall bearers.  Born in South Russia May 24, 1886, Katherine Reiner came to the United States in 1905. In May of 1906 she was married to Fred Schmauder at Ritzville. They farmed in the Ruff-Wheeler area for 23 years then moved to Odessa in 1933. With their sons they started the grocery store now operated by a son, John W. Schmauder. Fred Schmauder also worked at carpentry. Survivors include her husband, Fred, at the home; two sons, Edward, Moses Lake, and John, Odessa; three daughters, Mrs. Lydia Knecht, Warden; Mr.s Anna Giese and Mrs. Katie Gies, Odessa; 17 grandchildren; and 16 great grandchildren.” (Odessa Record: 12-22-1966)

Schmauder, Lizzie H.,  (d. 1957; b. 1888; TS; OC)

Schmauder, William,  h/o Liz.  (d. 8-29-1945; b. 4-06-1886; TS; OC; Strates; Cong) “Wilhelm Schmauder. Aged: 59 yrs. Dated: Sept 2, 1945. Burial: Odessa.” (St Mathews Congregational Church ledger) “William Schmauder. Residence: Odessa, WA. Husband of Lizzie H-56 yrs. Birth: 4-06-1886, Russia. Death: 8-29-1945, Deaconess Hospital, Spokane, WA. Age: 59 yrs 4 mos 13 days. Male, white, married, carpenter. Father: August Schmauder, born Russia; Mother: Christine Hiese, born Russia.  Cause of death: pneumonia. Dr J. M. Nelson, Spokane. Burial: Odessa Cemetery. Funeral: St Mathews Cong. Church, Sunday, 2 p.m.; Interment: 9-02-1945, Rev Delabarre of Dryden, WA.” (Mortuary Ledger) “William Schmauder, 59, pioneer Odessa carpenter, died Wednesday evening at Spokane, where he had gone on Monday night following a short illness. On Tuesday he entered the hospital. Mrs. Schmauder had been in the same hospital since the previous Tuesday, under treatment for arthritis. Mr. Schmauder had worked Saturday and had expected to visit his wife on Sunday. When he did not appear at Spokane, members of the family started worrying. Mrs. F. W. Heimbigner stopped at the house and found him quite ill. Edwin Schmauder was called and took him to Spokane Monday night, where his condition did not improve and he entered the hospital. Born in Russia, April 6, 1886, he came to America with his mother at the age of 15, coming directly to this vicinity, where he has continued his residence. He was married to Miss Lizzie Hardung, member of one of the earliest pioneer families, on Dec 8, 1907. Funeral services will be held from the St Matthews Congregational church at 2 o’clock Sunday, with the Rev A. Hausauer of the Pilgrim Congregational church officiating. Burial will be in the Odessa Cemetery under the direction of the Strate Funeral Home.  Survivors include his widow, at home; one son, Edwin, and two daughters, Mrs. Florence Hamaker and Mrs. Alice Atchison, Spokane; two sisters, Mrs. Ludwig Flath, Odessa, and Mrs. Jake Reiner, Sultan; two brothers, Jacob, Ritzville, and Fred, Odessa.” (Odessa Record: 8-30-1945) “Funeral services for William Schmauder, 59, were held from St Matthews Congregational Church... Pallbearers included Con H. Eckhardt, John Hopp, Jr., Henry Derr, Jr., Conrad Schauerman, Jacob Weizel and Jacob Derr...” (Odessa Record: 9-06-1945)

Schmidt, Anna,   (d. 11-02-1991; b. 4-06-1896; TS; OC; obit) “Funeral services were held Wednesday at Christ Lutheran Church in Odessa for Anna M Schmidt, 95, a long-time resident of Odessa. Mrs. Schmidt died Saturday, Nov 2, in Spokane. She had been a resident at the Odessa Convalescent Center for many years. She was born in Walla Walla in 1902, the daughter of John and Mary Brenner Schmidt. The family later moved to a farm southwest of Odessa. She married Fred Schmidt, and they farmed southwest of Odessa near Batum for many years.  She was preceded in death by her husband, who died in 1949, and by one son and daughter-in-law, Clarence and Helen Schmidt, two brothers and 4 sisters. Survivors include two sisters, Marie Zastrow, of Stockton, CA, and Martha Walter, of Moses Lake; one granddaughter, Lois Fisher of Odessa, and 3 great-grandchildren.  Pastor Rollin Swanson officiated at the funeral services. Pall bearers included Jerry Walter, Keith Schafer, Reid Schafer, Rick Haase, Art Griffin and Larry Fisher. Interment was at Odessa Cemetery. Strate Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.” (Odessa Record-Nov 7, 1991)

Schmidt, Bertha,   (d. 2-08-1938; b. 10-12-1899; TS; OC; Strates; DC) “Bertha Schmidt.  Died: 2-08-1938; Birth: 10-12-1899, Walla Walla, WA.  Single.  Father: Henry Schmidt; Mother: Mary Reisbig.  Buried: Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA.” (Lincoln County Health death card) “Bertha Schmidt. Age: 38 yrs 4 mos 27 days. Dated: Feb 8, 1938. Burial: Odessa.” (St Mathews Congregational Church ledger)  “Miss Bertha Schmidt, 38, died at her home on Tuesday morning of pneumonia, after several years an invalid. She had suffered from diabetes for 12 years and this condition left her an easy victim to pneumonia. Born, Oct 12, 1899, at Walla Walla, she had come to this section with her parents while still an infant and had lived with them on a homestead claimed by her father 16 miles southwest of town. When the family retired from the ranch in 1926 she came with them to town to make her home, working for several years as office assistant to Dr Snyder. During the last few years her health would not permit her to work, although for a time she assisted Dr L. J. Bonney with the work about the office and home. An invalid herself, Miss Schmidt was always glad to give of her time and strength to care for other invalids in the community, helping take care of many pioneer women on their final illness.  Funeral services will be held on Sunday from the St Matthews Congregational Church, with burial in the Odessa Cemetery. The Strate Funeral Home will be in charge. Services will be at 2 o’clock. Survivors include her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Schmidt, Odessa; two brothers, Fred and Jacob, the latter of Calgary, Canada; two sisters, Mrs. Henry P. Wacker, Odessa; and Mrs. Dan D. Mann, Sprague.” (Odessa Record: 2-10-1938)  “Bertha Schmidt, 38, who died Tuesday of pneumonia, was buried from the St Matthews Congregational Church on Sunday afternoon, the Rev J. H. Wacker officiating, with burial in the Odessa Cemetery. Pallbearers were selected from friends of the family and included Carl Wederspahn, Henry Schafer, H. B. Schafer, Sam Schafer, John Hoff and Jacob Wacker, Jr.  Born, Oct 12, 1899...” (Odessa Record: 2-17-1938)

Schmidt, Clarence L.,  (d. 1981; b. 1926; TS; OC; obit)  “Funeral services were held April 1, 1981 at 11 a.m. from the Christ Lutheran Church in Odessa for Clarence LaVern Schmidt who passed away at a Spokane hospital on  March 28, 1981. Pastor Daniel Cronrath officiated.  Clarence LaVern Schmidt was born on Sept 4, 1926 at the farm home of his parents near Odessa. He was the only child of Fred and Anna Schmidt. He was baptized in the Christian Faith on May 26, 1937 by G F Busch. He was confirmed in the Rite of Confirmation on June 14, 1942, at the Christ Lutheran Church. He was a life-long member of the church—teaching Sunday School, singing in the Senior Choir, as a member of the music committee and in other organizations within the church. He attended rural school until transferring to the Odessa School District. He graduated from Odessa High School in 1944. He attended Barber College in Spokane, working for Mr. Giese in Odessa after completing his course. He continued barbering until he went to work for the Odessa Trading Company, where he worked as parts manager.  Clarence participated in many community activities such as baseball, music, Boy Scouts, bowling, Chamber of Commerce, Lions Club, Odessa Grange, and many other fund raising activities. On Sept 7, 1952 Clarence was married to R Helen Neal. One child, Lois Ann, was born to them on March 5, 1960. She will be graduated from Washington State University in June of this year. Clarence started selling life insurance for Columbia Pacific Life Insurance Co in 1962. He later became agent for the Farmer’s Insurance Co of Washington. In 1969 Clarence and Helen purchased W W Insurance Co from Daniel Wilskie, and in 1974 they purchased the Hemmerling Insurance Co from Clarence Hemmerling. In 1969 Clarence began dialysis on the kidney machine. In 1979 he started on Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis. He entered Sacred Heart Medical Center on Feb 21, 1981, and died there on March 28, 1981. In all the years that Clarence had medical problems due to kidney failure he always had a ready smile and no words of complaint—a marvelous witness to his faith and trust in the working of God in his life. He had a strong will for living and enjoyed the gift of days given to him for living. Clarence was preceded in death by his father. Survivors include his wife, Helen; his daughter, Lois Ann; his mother, Anna, who will celebrate her 85^th birthday in  April and many other relatives and friends. Florence Stout was organist for the Men’s Quartet who sang ‘The Old Rugged Cross’ and ‘Softly and Tenderly’.  Casket bearers were Laurence Libsack, Wallace Weishaar, Fred Gettman, Marvin Fink, Herb Burghard, and Art Grening. Interment was in the Odessa Cemetery with Strate Funeral Home of Davenport in charge of arrangements.” (Odessa Record: 4-09-1981)

Schmidt, Elizabeth,  (d. 1955; b. 1888; TS; OC) "Elizabeth Green Schmidt was born 23 Dec 1888 in Sutton, Nebraska. Her parents were Conrad Green and Katherine (Spahn) Green. She married Jacob J Schmidt on 13 Jan 1913 (likely at the Schmidt homestead near Batum, Adams Co, WA). She died 28 Sept 1955 at Odessa." (data supplied by family) “Funeral services for Mrs. Elizabeth Schmidt, 65, were held from the United Congregational Church on Saturday afternoon, with the Strate Funeral Home in charge. The Rev E. G. Klein officiated and burial was in the Odessa Cemetery.  Pall bearers were Nath Lobe, H. B. Schafer, John Hopp Jr., Henry Hopp, John Speck and H. H. Scheller.  Mrs. R. E. Suchland brought the organ music and a women’s quartet, Mrs. Henry Walter, Mrs. Marcus Weber, Mrs. Henry Hopp, and Mrs. Art Schauerman sang two numbers.  Mrs. Schmidt had lived in the Odessa area since 1913, living in town since 1947. She was born in Sutton, Nebraska, and was married in Canada to Mr. Jacob J. Schmidt in 1913. He died in 1950. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Eleanor Koth, Puyallup, WA; two sons, William and Virgil Schmidt, Odessa; eight grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Henry Reifsnyder, Beiseker, Alta., Canada.” (Odessa Record:  10-06-1955)

Schmidt, Elizabeth,   (d. 1991; b. 1903; TS; OC; dc; obit) “Elizabeth Schmidt. Died: 11-16-1991. Birth: 10-12-1903, WA. Widowed. Father: John Gradwohl. Mother: Elizabeth Horst. Buried: Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA.” (Lincoln County Health death card) “Funeral service for Elizabeth Schmidt, a lifetime resident of Odessa, Wash., will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Christ Lutheran Church in Odessa. Interment will follow at the Odessa Cemetery. Strate Funeral Home in Davenport is in charge. Mrs. Schmidt, 88, died Saturday, at the Odessa Hospital. She was born and raised in Odessa. In 1923 she married John Schmidt Jr. in Odessa, where they made their home. Her husband died in 1988. She was a member of the Christ Lutheran Church. Survivors include one son, Loris Schmidt of Richland; a brother, Walter Gradwohl of Walla Walla; and numerous nieces and nephews.” (scrapbook item) “She was born on Oct 12, 1903, in Odessa to John and Elizabeth Horst Gradwohl. She married John Schmidt Jr on May 21, 1923. They made their home at Lauer for many years, then moved to Odessa. ...survived also by special friend Cathy Walter and daughters Tawnya and Michell. She is preceded in death by her husband John Schmidt in 1988, her parents, and 3 sisters: Molly Rink, Lydia Sept, Pauline Foltz, and one brother, Fait Gradwhol...  Pastor Rollin Swanson officiating. Kathy Romine was soloist and Florence Stout organist. Pall bearers were Jay Winfrey, Jerry Walter, Mike Walter, J. P. Luiten, Marvin Greenwalt and Rick Haase.” (scrapbook obits excerpts)

Schmidt, Fred,  h/o Anna  (d. 1-21-1949; b. 4-05-1893; TS; OC;  Strates; obit; dc) “Fred Schmidt.  Died: 1-21-1949; Birth: 4-05-1893, Ritzville, WA. Married. Father: Henry Schmidt. Mother: Mary Reisbig. Buried: Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA.” (Lincoln County Health death card) “Funeral services for Fred Schmidt, born 56 years ago in Ritzville, were held at the United Congregational church in Odessa last week with burial in the Odessa Cemetery. Mr. Schmidt, who had been troubled with ailing health for some time, fell ill suddenly one evening and died on the way to the hospital. Born at Ritzville on April 5, 1893, Mr. Schmidt came to the Odessa area with his parents while still a boy, spending his youthhood on the family ranch. In 1926 he was married to Miss Anna Schmidt. They continued to farm the family place until three years ago when they moved into Odessa.” (Feb 3, 1949, a Ritzville paper) “Fred Schmidt. Birth: 5 Apr 1893. Died: 21 Jan 1949” (Congregational Church ledger by Eslinger) “Fred Schmidt. Residence: Odessa.  Place of death: in ambulance to Ritzville. Birth: 4-05-1893; Death: Jan 21, 1949. Age: 55 yrs 4 mos 5 days. Male, white, married, retired farmer. Wife: Anna. Father: Henry Schmidt born Russia; Mother: Mary Reisburg born Russia. Physician: Bonney. Burial: Odessa. Funeral: United. Grave No 16 & 17, Row 3. Interment: 1-25-1949” (Mortuary Ledger.) ADD:  Reisburg was used here rather than the correct form: Reisbig)

Schmidt, Helen M. Glasow,   (d. 1977; b. 1920; TS; OC; dc) “Helen Marie Schmidt. Died: 4-27-1977; Birth: 5-26-1920, ND; Spouse: Virgil Schmidt. Father: Arnold Glasow; Mother: Marie Piper.  Buried: Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA.” (Lincoln County Health death card) “Funeral services for Mrs. Virgil Schmidt were held Saturday, April 30, at 2 p.m. from the UCC, Odessa, Rev Everett Schoessler officiating. She had died on the afternoon of Apr 27, (1977) near Pacific Lake.  Helen Marie Schmidt was born on May 26, 1920, the daughter of Arnold and Marie Glasgow, at Davenport, ND.  She was married to Virgil Schmidt of Odessa on May 26, 1952. She was a member of the United Church. Mrs. Schmidt is survived by her husband, Virgil, at the home; two sons, Virgil E of Pasco and Lynn Schmidt of Odessa; her mother, Mrs. Marie Glasow, Detroit Lakes, MN; two sisters: Mrs. Laura Jones, Detroit Lakes, MN; and Mrs. Doris Larson, Spokane; two brothers: Ervin and Donald Glasow, both of Davenport, ND.  Interment was at the Odessa Cemetery, Strate Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.” (Odessa Record: 5-05-1977)

Schmidt, Helen R.,  (d. 1991; b. 1932; TS; OC; obit) “R. Helen Schmidt, a former resident of Odessa, passed away Sunday, Aug 11, (1991), at her home in Spokane. She was born July 14, 1932, in Wilbur, to Lester R and Rose Mary (McShane) Neal. She attended elementary school in the Keller schools (near Wilbur) and was graduated from West Valley High School in Spokane. She married Clarence L Schmidt, of Odessa, on Sept 7, 1952, in the old Christ Lutheran Church in Odessa. Their daughter, Lois, was born on March 5, 1960. Helen worked at Michaelsen’s store and  at the Odessa Memorial Hospital for many years. She raised her daughter and assisted her husband for 12 years while he was on kidney dialysis. Clarence died in 1981, and after that time Helen kept the family insurance business operating until her daughter bought the firm in  October 1984. In 1987 Helen moved to Spokane and resided there until her death August 11. She is survived by one daughter and a son-in-law, Lois and Larry Fisher, of Odessa; 3 grandchildren, Jessica, Devin and Kendall Fisher, of Odessa; her fiance, Art Giffin, of Spokane; her father and step-mother, Lester and Mildred Neal of Deer Park; one sister, Noreen Poole, of Lake Stevens, WA, and 3 brothers, Jerry Neal, of Spokane; Terry Neal of Lake Stevens; and Dennis Neal of Riverside, CA. Funeral service will be held Friday, Aug 16, at 11 a.m. at Christ Lutheran Church in Odessa with Pastor Rollin Swanson and Pastor Daniel Cronrath officiating. Interment will be at Odessa Cemetery. Strate Funeral Home is in charge.” (Scrapbook item)

Schmidt, Henry,  h/o Mary  (d. 1-01-1946; b. 1-09-1870; TS; OC; Cong;  Strates; dc) “Henry Schmidt.  Died: 1-01-1946; Birth: 1-09-1870, Russia; Spouse: Mary Schmidt; Father: John Peter Schmidt; Mother; Christina Austrich.  Buried: Odessa, WA.” (Lincoln County Health death card, cemetery not specified) “Henry Schmidt. Residence: Odessa, WA. Place of death: at home. Husband of Mary. Birth: Jan 9, 1870, Russia; Death: Jan 1, 1946. Age 75 yrs 11 mos 22 days. Male, white, married, retired farmer. Physician: Dr Lindsay of Ritzville. Father: John Peter Schmidt born Russia. Mother: Christina Austrich born Russia. Burial: Odessa Cemetery on 1-04-1946. Funeral: United Cong. Church on Friday at 2 p.m.” (Mortuary Ledger) “Henry Schmidt. Age: 73 yrs. Dated: Jan 1, 1946. Burial: Odessa.” (St Mathews Congregational Church ledger) “Lacking eight days of his 76^th birthday, Henry Schmidt Sr., died at his home here on Tuesday night, New Year’s Day, after an illness of several months. Funeral services will be from the United Congregational Church at 2 o’clock Friday afternoon, the Rev R. Kirschenmann, Ritzville, officiating, with burial in the Odessa Cemetery, under the direction of the Strate Funeral Home.  Mr. Schmidt was born in north Russia, Jan 9, 1870 and grew to manhood there. He was married in 1889 to Mary Reisbig and in March 1893 they came to the United States, stopping at Ritzville until May, at which time they went to Walla Walla for eight years, returning in 1904 to take up a homestead 16 miles southwest of Odessa. They retired to their home in Odessa in 1926. Survivors include the widow, Mary; two sons, Fred, Odessa, and Jake, Calgary, Sask, Canada; two daughters, Mrs. Mary Mann, Sprague, and Mrs. Helen Wacker, Odessa; 11 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.” (Odessa Record: 3 Jan 1946) “Following plans he had laid out during the closing moments of his life, funeral services were held on Friday.... Five grandsons, Clarence Schmidt, Donald Wacker, Delmer Wacker, Elmer Mann and Albert Schmidt, the latter of Canada, and one nephew, Floyd Smith, were the pall bearers. The male quartet of the UCC, Henry Walter, Sam Schafer, Dan Frieske and John Hoff, gave special requested music. Born in Russia, Jan 9, 1870, Mr. Schmidt was married there in 1889 to Mary Reibig and four years later came to America, locating first at Ritzville and Walla Walla, coming to Odessa in 1901 to take up a homestead, where they lived until retiring in 1926. Survivors....” (Odessa Record: 1-10-1946) ADD: Edit by family: Austrich is an alternate spelling for Oestreich; Sask. should read Alberta; and Reibig is actually Reisbig)

Schmidt, Henry J.,  (d. 5-29-1990; b. 7-23-1905; TS; OC; obit; dc) “Henry J. Schmidt of Odessa, born here July 23, 1905 to Mr. and Mrs. John Schmidt, passed away May 29 at Odessa Memorial Hospital. He began his schooling in Odessa, then moved with his family to Puyallup where he completed his formal education and worked several years for Hunt brothers Packing and Cold Storage. He returned to Odessa in 1931, where he was employed by Odessa Union and where he began farming and raising Shorthorn cattle. Mr. Schmidt was married in late 1931 to Josephine Gosset, and the couple had two children, Mary Ann and Robert Alan. The family was involved for a number of years with the 4-H program, Mr. Schmidt as a leader and his children as members and cattle showmen at area fairs. He was also a committeeman for the Soil Conservation Service of Lincoln and Adams counties, a position he held for six years. In 1952, the family moved from the farm into Odessa and after 15 years of employment by Odessa Union, he went into semi-retirement, continuing part-time at Grange Supply of Odessa. Mr. Schmidt was baptized and confirmed into the membership of Christ Lutheran Church before he moved to Puyallup, and after his return here  he and his family became members of the English Congregational Church in 1938, where he served on the board of trustees and was chairman of ushers for many years. He was also a member of Odessa Grange 931. He earned many awards for volunteer service work performed for the seniors of the community.  He is survived by his wife, Jo, at the family home. Among other survivors are his daughter, Mary Ann Gisselberg of Port Angeles; three sisters: Anna Schmidt of Odessa, Martha Walter of Moses Lake, and Marie Zastrow of Stockton, CA; 5 grandchildren and a great-granddaughter; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral service for Mr. Schmidt was held June 1 at Heritage UCC, Pastor Glenn Gettinger officiating. Burial followed at the Odessa Cemetery, where Strate Funeral Home was in charge.” (Odessa Record-June 7, 1990) “Henry J Schmidt. Died: 5-29-1990. Birth: 7-23-1905, WA. Spouse: Josephine Iva Gossett. Father: John Schmidt. Mother: Mary Bonner. Buried: Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA.” (Lincoln County Health death card)

Schmidt, Jacob J.,   (d. 1950; b. 1877; TS; OC) ADD: (Edit by family: Jacob J Schmidt was born 17 Aug 1877 in Neu Messer, Russia, son of John Peter Schmidt and Maria Christina Oestreich Schmidt. He married Elizabeth Green on 13 Jan 1913, likely at the Schmidt homestead near Batum, Adams Co, WA. He died 20 April 1950 at Odessa, WA.) “The Rev A. Hausauer officiated at the services for Jacob J Schmidt, 72, on Sunday afternoon at the United Congregational Church. Burial was in the Odessa Cemetery, under the direction of the Strate Funeral Home. Pall bearers were John Hopp, Jr., H. B. Schafer, Jacob Schauerman, W. C. Raugust, P. C. Jantz, and Jacob Derr. A male quartet, including Roland Schafer, Henry Walter, Robert Brauer and William Wenz, sang.  Mr. Schmidt, who had been in declining health for the past year, had been removed to a Spokane hospital six days earlier. Born in Russia in 1877, he came to the United States at the age of 16 and has lived in this area since. He was married to an Odessa girl, Elizabeth Green, in 1913, at Calgary, Canada, where her parents had moved shortly before. Following his marriage he continued farming in this area, until retiring from the ranch to a home in town in recent years.  Survivors include his widow, at the home; one daughter, Mrs. Eleanor Koth, Puyallup, and two sons, William and Virgil Schmidt, Odessa; four grandchildren. One daughter and three sons preceded him in death. Other survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Joe Herman and Mrs. Phil Herman, Opportunity; two brothers, Peter Schmidt of Bieseker, Canada, and Harry Schmidt of Ritzville.” (Odessa Record: 4-27-1950)

Schmidt, Jacob Jr.,   (d. 6-03-1928; b. 6-02-1928; Odessa; DC) “Jacob Schmidt Jr. Male, white, single. Birth: June 2, 1928, Adams Co, WA. Age 11 hrs 20 minutes. Father: Jacob J Schmidt, born Russia. Mother: Lizzie Green, born NE. Informant: J J Schmidt of Odessa, WA. Death: June 3, 1928, 5 a.m., Adams County near Odessa. Cause of death: Failure to close valve of heart. Duration: 11 hours. L. M. Thompson, M D, Odessa, WA. No autopsy. Burial: Odessa, WA, on 6-04-1928. No undertaker.” (WA State Register of Death.)

Schmidt, John Jr., (d. 1988; b. 1901; TS; OC; dc) “John Schmidt, Jr.  Died: 12-08-1988. Birth: 4-16-1901, WA.  Spouse: Elizabeth Gradwohl.  Father: John Schmidt, Sr.  Mother: Mary Banner.  Buried: Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA.” (Lincoln County Health death card) “John Schmidt Jr. of Odessa, born April 16, 1901 in Bickleton to John and Marie Schmidt, passed away at Lincoln Hospital, Davenport, on Dec 8, (1988). He received his formal education in the rural school system here and worked on farms for a number of years in the surrounding area. After he moved into Odessa, he worked at Williams’ Garage and for the Odessa Union Warehouse Co-op. Baptized and confirmed in the Christian Faith, Mr Schmidt was married to Elizabeth Gradwohl in May, 1923 at Walla Walla.  Preceded in death by his parents, by a brother who died in infancy, and by four sisters: Katherine Schafer, Elizabeth Schafer, Lena Grening and Freda Peterman, he is survived by his wife of 65 years, Elizabeth, at the family home here; by a son, Loris Schmidt of Richland; by a brother, Henry Schmidt of Odessa; by three sisters: Anna Schmidt of Odessa, Martha Walter of Moses Lake, and Marie Zastrow of Stockton, CA, and by nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held Dec 12 at Christ Lutheran Church, Pastor Daniel Cronrath officiating. Interment followed at the Odessa Cemetery under the direction of Strate Funeral Home. Casket bearers were Keith Schafer, Reid Schafer, Jerry Walter, Paul Hopp, George Gies, and Roy Zeiler.” (Odessa Record: 12-15-1988)

Schmidt, Josephine I.,    (d. 9-16-2002; b. 9-02-1905; TS; OC; obit)  “Josephine I (Gossett) Schmidt, a longtime Odessa resident, died Monday, Sept 16, 2002, in Poulsbo, WA. She was 97 years old. She was born Sept 2, 1905, in Moscow, Idaho, the daughter of Richard C. and Margaret Elizabeth (Long) Gossett. She was raised in Moscow and was graduated from Moscow High School in 1924. She attended college at Lewiston State Normal, receiving her life certificate in teaching. After teaching for several years in elementary schools in Idaho, she moved to the Odessa area in 1930, where she continued teaching. She married Henry Schmidt on Sept 5, 1931, in Puyallup, WA. IN 1933, they moved to the Schmidt family farm southwest of Odessa, where they farmed for many years. They later retired in Odessa. Josephine was active in the English Congregational Church in Odessa, where she was church clerk and also Sunday school teacher for many years. She was a member of the Heritage Church and the Ladies Fellowship, the Odessa Grange and the Odessa Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. Survivors include one daughter, Mary Ann Gisselberg and husband Paul, of Seabeck, WA; one son, Robert Schmidt and wife Judy, of Spokane; 5 grandchildren; one great granddaughter, and numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, Sept 24, at 11 a.m. at Odessa Cemetery, with Pastor Larry Snyder officiating. Strate Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.” (Odessa Record: 2002) 

Schmidt, Leroy,  s/o Jacob  (d. 12-17-1928; b. 10-16-1918; TS; OC; DC) “LeRoy Schmidt. Male, white, single, student. Birth: Oct 16, 1918, WA. Father: Jacob J Schmidt born Russia; Mother: Lizzie Green born Nebraska; Informant: Jacob J. Schmidt. R#1, Odessa, WA. Death: Dec 17, 1928, 7:15 a.m., R2 Adams County. Cause: pneumonia-bronchial. Secondary: influenza. L M Thompson, MD, Odessa, WA. no autopsy. Burial: Odessa Cemetery, 12-19-1928; M. F. Haight, Ritzville, WA, undertaker.” (WA State Register of Death) “Leroy Schmidt. Aged: 10 yrs 2 mos 1 day. Dated: Dec 2, 1928. Burial: Odessa.” (St Mathews Congregational Church ledger)  “A second victim of the flu in the Odessa area was Leroy Schmidt, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Schmidt, who died at his home southwest of town. Leroy had been sick about two weeks. He rallied, but a relapse came which he could not resist and as his condition became worse, pneumonia set in. Leroy was the third child of Mr. and Mrs. Schmidt to die in a period of six months. On his return from Ritzville, where he made funeral arrangements, Mr. Schmidt was in an automobile wreck in which he sustained a broken nose and cuts about the face. The car, a new Chrysler which he had driven only 2,000 miles, was badly damaged.” (From the Odessa Record of Dec 21, 1928 in Dec 25, 2003-75 yrs ago column) “LeRoy Schmidt. Death: Dec 17, 1928, 7:15 a.m. at farm 27 ½ miles NW of Ritzville. Funeral: Dec 19, 1928, 2:30 p.m., Odessa, WA. Interment: Odessa Cemetery. Age: 10 yrs 2 mos 1 day, student, white, born WA. Father: Jacob J Schmidt, born Russia; Mother: Lizzie Green, born NE. Cause of death: pneumonia. Dr L M Thompson.” (Ritzville Mortuary Archives)

Schmidt, Mary (Reisbig),  w/o Henry  (d. 12-24-1946; b. 2-13-1872; TS; OC;  Strates; dc) “Mary Schmidt.  Died: 12-24-1946; Birth: 2-13-1872, Russia. Spouse: Henry.  Father: Henry Reisbig. Mother: Mary ___.  Buried: Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA.” (Lincoln County Health death card) “Maria Schmidt. Birth: 13 Feb 1872; Died: 24 Dec 1946” (Congregational Church ledger by Eslinger) “Mary Schmidt. Residence: Odessa, WA. Place of death: at home, Odessa. Birth: 2-13-1872, Russia; Death: 12-24-1946; aged: 74 yrs 10 mos 11 days. Widow of Henry. Female, white, widowed, housewife. Father: Henry Reisbig born Russia; Mother: Mary (unknown), born Russia.  Physician: Dr L. J. Bonney. Burial: Odessa Cemetery. Funeral: United Cong. Church Friday at 2 p.m. Interment: 12-27-1946” (Mortuary Ledger) “Mrs. Henry Schmidt, 73, died at her home here on Christmas Eve, following a heart attack. Although seriously ill earlier in the year, when her life was despaired of, she had regained her strength and was able to take care of her own home until the morning of her death.  Her husband, the late Henry Schmidt, had died on New Year’s Eve of this year. Funeral services were held on Friday from the UCC, the Rev E. J. Eslinger officiating, with the Strate Funeral Home in charge. A mixed quartet, Mrs. Henry Walter, Mrs. David Birge, Henry Walter and Dan Frieske sang. Pallbearers were Jacob Schauerman, Jacob Maier, Conrad Gies, George J. Kissler, Con H. Eckhardt and Dan Haase, Jr.  Mary Reisbig was born in Russia, Feb 13, 1872, where she grew to womanhood and was married to Henry Schmidt, in 1889, coming to America in March of 1893, and after a stay at Ritzville and Walla Walla, homesteaded with her husband 16 miles southwest of Odessa in 1901. In 1926 they retired to make their home in town. Survivors include two sons, Fred, Odessa, and Jake, Calgary, Alta.; two daughters, Mrs. Helen Wacker, Odessa, and Mrs. Mary Mann, Sprague; 11 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren; one brother, Jacob Reisbig, Saginaw, Mich.” (Odessa Record: 1-02-1947)

Schmidt, Raymond J.,   (d. 6-18-1928; b. 1914; TS; OC; Cong) “Raymond Schmidt. Aged: 14 yrs 2 mos 2 days. Dated: June 18, 1928. Burial: Odessa.” (St Mathews Congregational Church ledger) “Raymond Schmidt, 14, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Schmidt, of the southwest district, died at Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane a day after he underwent an operation for a ruptured appendix. He was acutely stricken after his return home from a trip to Ritzville. Dr L. M. Thompson was called and the boy was rushed to Spokane, where he underwent an operation. He is survived by his parents, 2 brothers and a sister.” (From The Odessa Record of June 22, 1928-reprinted in 75 yrs ago in June 2003.)

Schmidt, Virgil,  (d. 1992; b. 1922; TS; OC; dc) “Virgil Schmidt.  Died: 9-14-1992. Birth: 8-11-1922, WA.; Widowed. Father: Jacob Schmidt. Mother: Elizabeth Green. Buried: Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA.” (Lincoln County Health death card) “Funeral services for Virgil Schmidt were held on Monday, Sept 21, at the Heritage UCC Sanctuary. Mr. Schmidt, who was 70 years old, died Monday, Sept 14, 1992, in Odessa. He was a lifetime resident of the Odessa area. He was born at Batum on Aug 11, 1922, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Schmidt.  Following his graduation from Odessa High school in 1940 he farmed in the Batum area for several years. After retiring from wheat farming, he was employed by the Odessa Trading Co. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. He is survived by two sons, Virgil E. Schmidt of Kennewick, and Lyn J A Schmidt, of Odessa; one grandson, Jacob Donald Schmidt, of Odessa; one brother and sister-in-law, William and Wilma Schmidt, of Odessa, and several nieces and nephews. Rev Glenn Gettinger officiated at the funeral. Casket bearers were Warren Beck, Kim Schmidt, Bill Deife, Jerry Burghard, Jim Smith, and Don Schuh. Honorary casket bearers were Howard Phillips, Bob Melcher, Dick Laney, Bob Pierce, Ken Melcher and Laurence Lenhart. Interment was in Odessa Cemetery. Strate Funeral Home was in charge.” (Odessa Record-Sept 24, 1992)

Schmidt, William,   (d. 10-05-1992; b. 9-16-1920; TS; OC; dc) “William Schmidt. Died: 10-05-1992.  Birth: 9-16-1920, WA. Spouse: Wilma Lorraine Lenhart.  Father: Jacob Schmidt. Mother: Elizabeth Green. Buried: Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA.” (Lincoln County Health death card) “Funeral services for  William (Bill) Schmidt were held on Friday, Oct 9, at the Heritage UCC Sanctuary in Odessa. Mr. Schmidt died on Oct 5, 1992, at the age of 72, at his home in Odessa. He was born at the farm home near Batum on Sept 16, 1920, to Jacob and Elizabeth Schmidt. Following graduation from Odessa High school in 1938, he was employed by the Odessa Trading Company. He entered the US Army Air Force in 1942 and served in the European Theatre of operations until his discharge in 1946. He then resumed employment at the Odessa Trading Co until he began farming in 1955. On Sept 5, 1948, he was married to Wilma Lenhart. He is survived by his wife, Wilma, at the home; by three daughters, Terrie Schmidt-Crosby, of Boynton Beach, FL; Debra Cutter of Milton, WA, and Dorian Zahler, of Kent, WA, and one son, Kim Schmidt, of Odessa; 3 granddaughters, Katie and Stacy Cutter and Rebecca Zahler; 2 grandsons, Derek Schmidt and Jeffrey Zahler, and several nieces and nephews. The Rev Glenn Gettinger officiated at the funeral. Casket bearers were Larry and Jim Koth, Virgil E and Lynn Schmidt and Rick and Jim Smith. Interment was at Odessa Cemetery, where he was honored by a military service provided by members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post #7395. Strate Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.” (Odessa Record-Oct 15, 1992)

Schmierer, Alvin L.,  (d. 1-11-2002; b. 12-02-1917; TS; OC; obit) “Funeral services for Alvin Schmierer were held Tuesday, Jan 15, at Christ Lutheran Church in Odessa. Mr Schmierer, who was 84 years old, died Friday, Jan 11, 2002, at his home in Odessa. He was born in Harrington Dec 2, 1917, the son of Emmanuel and Bertha (Gans) Schmierer, pioneer settlers of the Odessa area. He was raised on the family farm north of Odessa and attended school there. Al married Alice Stroh, of Odessa, on July 5, 1942. Together they made their home in Odessa, where they raised their three children, daughter, Michal (Mickie) and sons Robert (Bob) and Gary. Al was an active member of Christ Lutheran Church. He was a member of the Odessa Grange. He spent his spare time playing pinochle, goose hunting and traveling. During his life, he traveled to all 50 states and throughout Europe. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather and enjoyed spending time with his family. His death came after a lengthy illness. He is survived by Alice, his wife of nearly 60 years, at the home; their three children, Michal (and Lee) Fichtner, of Spokane, Robert (and Donna) Schmierer, of Wilbur, and Gary (and Terri) Schmierer, of Odessa; 7 grandchildren, Bret Fichtner, Tiffany Kurkowski, Tara Fichtner, Justin Schmierer, Deric Schmierer, Karma Henry and Sundi Schmierer; 2 great-grandchildren, Darby and Heidi Kurkowski; one sister, Violet Miller, of Spokane; and numerous nieces and nephews and friends. Pastor Robert Edwards officiated at the funeral. Interment followed at Odessa Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were directed by Strate Funeral Home.” (Odessa Record: Jan 17, 2002)

Schmierer, Bertha,  (d. 1991; b. 1898; TS; OC; obit; dc) “Bertha Schmierer.—Passed away Aug 24, 1991 in Odessa, WA; her home, Odessa. She is survived by one son and his wife, Alvin and Alice Schmierer of Odessa; one daughter, Violet Miller of Davenport, WA; 6 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. She was a member of the Christ Lutheran Church, Odessa Grange and the Royal Neighbors, all of Odessa. She is preceded in death by her husband Emmanuel in 1971; 5 brothers and one sister. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, Aug 27, 1991 at 11 a.m. at the Christ Lutheran Church, Odessa, Pastor Rollin Swanson, officiating. Strate Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.” (scrapbook item) “Bertha Schmierer.  Died: 8-24-1991. Birth: 11-15-1898, Russia.  Widowed. Father: Ludwig Gans.  Mother: Christina Stuhlmiller. Buried: Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA.” (Lincoln County Health death card) “Bertha Gans Schmierer... was born Nov 15, 1898, at Sarata, Russia, the youngest child of Ludwig and Christina Gans. The family immigrated to America in 1904. They settled in the Quincy area and farmed there for six years. The home her father built of stone is still there. They then moved to a ranch 15 miles north of Odessa and farmed there for 13 years. Bertha married Emanuel Schmierer on Jan 28, 1917. They were the second generation to farm the Schmierer homestead, which is also located north of Odessa. They had two children, Alvin and Violet. They retired to Odessa in 1942. Emanuel died in July 1971. Bertha was baptized and confirmed into the Lutheran Church... She led an active life while on the farm and during her retirement. She had many hobbies and enjoyed her flowers and garden. Her travels included visiting the Holy Land... Bertha was preceded in death by five brothers, John, Karl, Alfred, Reinhold and Otto Gans, and by one sister, Mary Pauline Renz.” (scrapbook item excerpt)

Schmierer, Carolina,  w/o Jno  (d. 1969; b. 1883; TS; OC; obit) “A pioneer lady from the Odessa area, Mrs. Carolina Schmierer, was buried in the Odessa Cemetery on Aug 30, 1969. Mrs. Schmierer lived on the same ranch NE of Odessa from 1904, when she was married to John Schmierer, until March of this year. She had been a resident of the Mansion House Nursing Home in Spokane until her death Aug 26. Mrs. Schmierer was born on Oct 29, 1883 in Scotland, SD. Her maiden name was Link. She moved to Oregon at an early age with her parents, and received her schooling there. Funeral services were held at Christ Lutheran Church with rev Daniel Cronrath in charge. Music was furnished by Mrs. Donna Schafer, with Mrs. Florence Stout at the organ. Mrs. Schmierer is survived by five daughters: Mrs. Lorraine Flath of CA; Mrs. Merrill (Lillian) Daniels, Anatone, WA; Mrs. Ted (Emilie) Finkbeiner, Spokane; Mrs. Harold (Rose) Jenkens, Harrington; and by two sons: John Jr., Deer Park, and Leo of Odessa. A sister, Mrs. Helen Schmierer of Odessa and several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews also survive.” (Odessa Record: 9-11-1969)

Schmierer, Edward,  (added) d. 9-01-1959 “Edward Schmierer. Died: 9-01-1959.  Birth: 9-06-1890, S Dakota.  Married. Father: William Schmierer.  Mother: Paulina Quast. Buried: Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA.” (Lincoln County Health death card; edit note: Helen Link Schmierer, died 3-08-1970, buried: Fairmount Memorial Park, Spokane) “Edward Schmierer. Born: Orient, So. Dakota, Aug 6, 1890. Died: Tuesday, Sept 1, 1959, Odessa Memorial Hospital. Service: Christ Lutheran Church, Friday, Sept 4, 1959. Interment: Odessa Cemetery. Survived by wife, Helen nee Link, daughter Leona Zier, son Herman. Cause of death: Cancer. S. J. Fritz.” (Christ Lutheran Church ledger)

Schmierer, Emanuel,  h/o B.  (d. 1971; b. 1892; TS; OC; obit) “The last rites for Emanuel Schmierer, former resident of Odessa living in Spokane, were held here on Tuesday morning from Christ Lutheran Church, Rev Daniel Cronrath, pastor. Interment was in the Odessa Cemetery.  Mr Schmierer had died in  a Spokane hospital on Friday, July 16, 1971, where he had submitted to surgery. Honorary pall bearers for the services were John Neumann, John Deife, Fred Weishaar, John Kissler, Gus Weber and Rev Albert Hausauer. Pallbearers chosen by the family were Gary Schmierer, Robert Schmierer, William Crossman, Lee Fichtner, David Renz and Kenneth Tupper. ‘The Old Rugged Cross; and ‘In The Garden’ were sung at the funeral service by Mrs. Gerald E Schafer, Mrs. Leo Stout serving as organist. Emanuel Schmierer, the son of William Schmierer and his wife, Pauline Quast, was born on Aug 23, 1892, at Eugene, Oregon. He was baptized and confirmed in the Christian faith as taught by the Lutheran church. At the age of six years he moved to the Odessa area with his parents. His formal education was received in a rural school north of Odessa.  On Jan 28, 1917, he was united in marriage to Bertha Gans. Two children were born to this union. He farmed north of Odessa until 1942 when he and his wife retired and moved into Odessa. He recently entered deaconess hospital at Spokane where he died last Friday.  Mr. Schmierer was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers. He is survived by his wife, Bertha; by one son, Alvin, of Odessa; by one daughter, Violet (Mrs. Edwin Miller) of Davenport; by 6 grandchildren; by 4 great grandchildren and other relatives.” (Odessa Record: 22 July 1971)

Schmierer, infant,  d/o Edward  (d. 5-10-1915; b. 5-10-1915; TS; OC; DC) “Unnamed Female Schmierer. Died: 10 May 1915, Odessa, WA; Birth: 10 May 1915, stillborn. Mother: Helen Link, born South Dakota; Father: Edward Schmierer, born South Dakota. Lee Ganson, MD. Burial: Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA.” (Lincoln County Health death card)  “Born infant daughter born to Edward Schmierer and wife Helene nee Link, Born and died 10 May 1915. Burial: 12 May 1915 in Odessa, WA.” (Christ Lutheran Church ledger: in German script)

Schmierer, John,  h/o Carolina  (d. 1947; b. 1879; TS; OC; dc) “John Schmierer. Died: 9-26-1947; Birth: 3-22-1879, Russia. Spouse: Carolina Schmierer. Father: William Schmierer.  Mother; Magalana Winterbaur.  Buried: Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA.” (Lincoln County Health death card) “John Schmierer. Born: March 22, 1879, at Worms, Russia. Died: Sept 26, 1947, at Odessa, WA. Buried: Sept 30, 1947 at Odessa, WA. Cause of death: heart failure. Age; 68 yrs 6 mos 4 days. Mourned by his wife, Carolina, nee Link, 5 daughters, Mrs. Clare Stack, Mrs. Rose Jenkins, Mrs. Amelia Finkbeiner, Mrs. Lorraine Flath, Miss Lillian Schmierer; 2 sons: John W and Leo; 2 brothers: Phillip of Odessa, and Frank of Stockton, CA; 16 grandchildren, 10 nieces, 11 nephews. Text: Ps. 119:76-77a. E. R. Pflueger.” (Christ Lutheran Church ledger) “Funeral services for John Schmierer, 68, pioneer Odessa resident, were held from the Christ Lutheran church on Tuesday afternoon, the Rev E. R. Pflueger officiating. Burial was in the Odessa Cemetery. Pallbearers included five nephews, Alvin Schmierer, Emanuel Schmierer, Al Schmierer, Edward Schmierer, Herman Schmierer, and Robert Brauer, who is married to a niece of the deceased. Mr Schmierer, who had been in failing health for the past three months, died suddenly on Friday evening at his home. He had made a business trip to Harrington and Davenport during the day, retired early, and death came about 8 o’clock in the evening. He was born in Wurms, Russia, March 22, 1879, and had come to America as a boy. He came to America at the age of 5, grew to manhood in the Dakotas. Coming to Washington he was united in marriage Feb 11, 1904, to Miss Carolina Link, and made the family home in this area since.  Survivors include his widow, Carolina, at the home; five daughters, Mrs. Clara Stach, Deer Park; Mrs. Rose Jenkins, Harrington; Mrs. Amelia Finkbeiner, St Maries, ID; Mrs. Lorraine Flath, Harrington, and Miss Lillian Schmierer, at the home; two sons, John W. and Leo Schmierer, at the home; two brothers, Phillip Schmierer, Odessa, and Frank Schmierer, Stockton, CA; 16 grandchildren, 11 nephews and 10 nieces.” (Odessa Record: 10-02-1947)

Schmierer, John W.,   (d. 1-18-1997; b. 5-13-1912; TS; OC; obit) “Graveside services were held on Wednesday, Jan 22, from the Odessa Cemetery Chapel for John W Schmierer, a native and former resident of Odessa. Mr. Schmierer, who was 84 years old, died on Jan 18, 1997, in Chewelah. He was born May 13, 1912, in Odessa, the son of John and Caroline (Link) Schmierer. He grew up in the Odessa area, and as a young man he moved to the Deer Park area, where he farmed for nearly 40 years. When his health began to fail, he moved to Chewelah. He is survived by 3 sisters, Rose Jenkins, of Spokane; Lorraine Flath, of Los Angeles, and Lillian Daniels, of Odessa; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Caroline Schmierer; two sisters, Emily Finkbeiner and Clara Stach, and one brother, Leo Schmierer. Strate Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.” (Odessa Record-Jan 23, 1997)

Schmierer, Magdalene, w/o Wm  (d. 9-21-1924; b. 3-02-1842; TS; OC; DC)  “Magdelene Schmierer. Female, white, widowed, housewife. Birth: 2 March 1842, Russia. Age: 82 yrs 7 mos 2 days. Spouse: Wilhelm Schmierer. Mother: Elizabeth Knodel, born Germany; Father: Christ Winterbauer, born Germany. Informant: J Wilhelm Schmierer of Odessa, WA. Died: 21 Sept 1924, Odessa, WA; ‘Death instant by permission of county coroner, failure of compensation, arterio sclerosis of 3 yrs duration’ signed by L M Thompson, MD. Burial: Odessa (Cemetery), Odessa, WA, 9-22-1924 by H P Christensen, pastor of Odessa.” (Lincoln County Health death card & WA State Register of Death)  “Mrs Wilhelm Schmierer, born Magdalena on 1 March 1842 in Worms, South Russland, daughter of Christoph Winterbauer and wife Elisabeth nee Knodel. 1863 Magdalene married W. Schmierer. 5 children. 1884 to America. Died 21 Sept 1924 at the age of 82 yrs 6 mos 20 days. Burial: 22 Sept 1924. Survived by 5 children, 17 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.” (Christ Lutheran Church ledger)

Schmierer, Paulina,  w/o Wilhelm  (d. 3-07-1964; b. 11-10-1869; TS; OC) “Funeral services were held from the Christ Lutheran church on Monday for Mrs Pauline Miller, 94, Odessa resident for 65 years. Mrs. Miller died at the Memorial hospital nursing home, where she had been a resident several months. Pastor Werner J. Fritz officiated. Singers were Mrs. Dorothy Gies and Mrs. Donna Schafer, with Mrs. Florence Stout as organist. Burials was in the Odessa Cemetery. Mrs. Miller was born in Bessarabia, South Russia, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Quast, on Nov 10, 1869. She came with her parents to America in 1879. She married the late William Schmierer on Sept 30, 1888 at Parkston, South Dakota. The family moved from South Dakota to Oregon in 1891. In 1899 they came to Odessa and homesteaded north of town, living on the ranch until 1917 when they retired to a home in town, where Mr. Miller (sic) died in 1929. In 1934 she remarried, to Jacob Miller, who also preceded her in death. Survivors include one son, Emanuel Schmierer; 7 grandchildren; two step-sons, Jacob Miller Jr. of Lamona; and Solly Miller, Mohler; one daughter, Mrs. Marie Heimbigner, Puyallup.” (Odessa Record: 3-12-1964)

Schneider, Fredrick,   (d. 11-08-1939; b. 9-30-1871; TS; OC; Strates; DC)  “Fredrick Schneider.  Died: 11-08-1939; Birth: 9-30-1871, Russia. Married.  Father: Jacob Schneider. Mother: Katherine Fossler. Buried: Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA.” (Lincoln County Health death card)  “Friedrich Schneider. Burial on 11-12-1939 at Odessa. Age: 68 yrs 1 mo 7 days; cause: heart failure.” (Rev Hausauer’s Funeral Ledger) “Fredrick Schneider. Residence: 4 miles north of Odessa. Death: 11-08-1939 at 9:30 p.m. at home, Odessa, WA. Informant: Otto. Birth: Sept 30, 1871 Russia.  Age: 68 yrs 1 mo 8 days. Male, white, married, farmer.  42 yrs as farmer, last worked 11-07-1939. Husband of Salome. In US and Odessa since 1898, 42 yrs. Father: Jacob Schneider born Russia; Mother: Kathrine Fossler, born Russia. Cause: heart failure. Dr Wm Deitz. Leaves: wife Salome; son: Otto Schneider at home; 2 daughters, Louise at home; Alma M .Goossen of Odessa. 1 grandchild; 1 brother in Russia; 1 sister in Russia. Physical: Gray hair; blue eyes; 5 ft 11 inches; 175 lbs.” (Mortuary Ledger)

Schneider, Louise,  (d. 1986; b. 1896; TS; OC)

Schneider, Otto,  (d. 1982; b. 1899; TS; OC; dc) “Otto Schneider. Died: 15 July 1982, Spokane.  Never married. Born: Washington State. Buried: Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA.” (Lincoln County Health death card)  “Otto Schneider, former Odessa resident, passed away in Spokane on July 15, 1982, at Holy Family Hospital. Mr. Schneider was born Aug 24, 1899 in Odessa and lived on the family farm north of Odessa. He went to a one-room school for six years, until he was 14 years of age. He worked in a partnership with his family until he was 22 years of age. At that time his father passed away and he continued to farm for himself until retirement in 1959. At this time he moved to Spokane. He was a member of the Odessa Pilgrim Church in Odessa. Funeral services were held on July 19, 1982 from the United Congregational Church with Rev Randy Middleton officiating. Survivors include one sister, Louise Schneider; two nieces; one nephew; uncle, Dan Haase, and many cousins and friends.” (Odessa Record: 8-05-1982)

Schneider, Salome,   (d. 1955; b. 1876; TS; OC; dc) “Salome Schneider.  Died: 5-12-1955.  Birth: 11-07-1876, Russia. Widowed. Father: Christ Haase. Mother: Justine Lobe. Buried: Odessa Cemetery, Odessa, WA.” (Lincoln County Health death card; see Friedrich Schneider)  “Funeral services were held on Monday afternoon from the United Congregational Church for Salome Schneider, 78, who died at her home here on Thursday.  The Rev E. G Klein officiated, with burial in the Odessa Cemetery under the direction of the Strate Funeral Home. Pallbearers included Paul Gross, Henry Braun, Ed Kiesz, H. H. Scheller, Con Hopp Sr., and John Laib.  Mrs. Henry Hopp and Mrs. E. G. Klein sang a duet with Mrs. R. E. Suchland at the organ.  Salome Haase was born in Russia  Nov 7, 1876, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Christ Haase, who later migrated to the Odessa area. She was married in Russia in 1895 to Fred Schneider, and they farmed north of Odessa, coming to this area 57 years ago. During the past 15 years she had lived in town.  Survivors include one son, Otto Schneider, Odessa; two daughters, Mrs. Alma Goossen, Spokane, and Louise Schneider, at the home; one granddaughter; four brothers, Fred, Dan, Dave and Jack Haase, Odessa; two sisters, Mrs. Rebecca Wolsborn, Odessa; and Mrs. Mary Bohnet, Irvine, Alta., Canada.” (Odessa Record: 5-19-1955)

 Schnell, John,  (d. 1936; b. 1861; TS; OC; Cong) “John Schnell. Aged” 75 yrs 7 mos 9 days. Dated: Aug 2, 1936. Burial: Odessa.” (St Mathews Congregational Church ledger) “John Schnell.  Death: July 29, 1936, 7 p.m. at Ed Allen’s Hospital. Ordered by Wm Schnell, Rt 1, #75, Odessa, WA.  Funeral: Aug 2, 1936, Odessa, WA, Rev Walker. Interment: Odessa Cemetery.  Birth: 12-20-1860, Russia; Aged: 75 yrs 7 mos 9 days. Male, white, married, retired farmer. Father: Conrad Schnell, born Russia; Mother, unknown, born Russia.  Cause of death: Chronic Arteriosclerosis. Physician: Dr Wendell H Sweet.” (Ritzville Mortuary Archives) “John Schnell, 75, pioneer resident of the Batum area, died at Ritzville on Wednesday evening, where he had been taken for medical care. He had been ill about a month when death came.  Funeral services are being arranged for Odessa and will likely be held from the St Mathew’s Congregational church on Sunday afternoon, with the Rev J. H. Wacker officiating. Born in Russia, Mr. Schnell came to the United States as a young man. He had been married 50 years. During the past 20 years he had made his home in the Odessa area.  Survivors include his widow, Katherine; four daughters, Mrs. A. R. Giese, Odessa; Mrs. Otto Giese, Cashmere; Mrs. Henry Lind, Cascade Locks, OR; and Mrs. Jacob Miller, Colorado; two sons, William and Henry of Odessa, with many grandchildren and two great grandchildren.” (scrapbook obit)

Schnell, Katharine,   (d. 1941; b. 1866; TS; OC; Cong) “Katharina Margaret Schnell.  Aged: 75 yrs 3 mos 13 days. Dated: Feb 1, 1942.” (St Mathews Congregational ledger) “Funeral Sunday For Mrs. Schnell.  Funeral services will be held Sunday in Odessa at St. Matthews Congregational church for Mrs. John Schnell, 75, resident of Adams county since 1914 who died at her home here yesterday. The Rev. J. Flemmer will officiate. Burial will be in the Odessa cemetery.  Mrs. Katherine Margaret Schnell, nee Heimbigner, was born in Frank, Russia, in 1866 and was married in 1885. She lived near Batum, in northwestern Adams county until one year ago, when she came to Ritzville. She is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Henry Lind, Portland; Mrs. Marie Gottbretht, Greeley, Colo.; Mrs. O. E. Giese, Dryden; and Mrs. A. R. Giese, Odessa; two sons, Henry, of Ritzville; and William of Portland.” (Ritzville Journal-Times, Thursday, January 22, 1942; contributed by family)

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Odessa City Cemetery Obituaries, Odessa, Washington,  submitted 

to the WAGenweb March 2006 by Marge Womach

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