John Schmidt
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a/k/a Stuffy. '99 I/S Valk Roadsmith Trike
De Pere, WI (Green Bay)
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f6john
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Christ first and always
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« Reply #1 on: June 02, 2019, 08:18:02 AM » |
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If you are comfortable with it, I’d love to see a picture of your sweetheart that I never got to meet. Forgive my boldness in asking.
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« Reply #2 on: June 02, 2019, 08:23:33 AM » |
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If you are comfortable with it, I’d love to see a picture of your sweetheart that I never got to meet. Forgive my boldness in asking.
What he said. PLEASE. And may Rita Forever Ret In Peace.  |
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Today is the tommorow you worried about yesterday. If at first you don't succeed screw it-save it for nite check. 1964 1968 U S Navy. Two cruises off Nam.
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Valkorado
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« Reply #3 on: June 02, 2019, 08:42:00 AM » |
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One character mentioned to me following the service that "the last few years must have been hell on earth" referring to the 24/7 care needed by her. I told him "no, it was a privilege." He will most likely never understand!
Watched my dad being the 24/7 caregiver for my mom after she was diagnosed with bulbar palsy (ALS). If he understands devotion and honor he will understand.
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Wizzard
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« Reply #4 on: June 02, 2019, 10:03:01 AM » |
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John, you are a testament to what it means to truly love someone. 41 years in I feel the same way about my wife. Thanks for the encouragement.
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« Reply #5 on: June 02, 2019, 10:12:57 AM » |
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You will be rewarded in the end for the love you showed and the devotion that
we all promised in the beginning.
God bless you brother.
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« Reply #6 on: June 02, 2019, 12:18:50 PM » |
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Bless you John. So Sorry for your loss.
Ross and Bonnee
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« Reply #7 on: June 02, 2019, 01:21:33 PM » |
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Sorry for your loss, been off the main board for a while, John. The one thing I am certain of is that you know and understand love. You've been challenged and Blessed, all at the same time.
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« Reply #8 on: June 02, 2019, 02:13:07 PM » |
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John, Let me once again extend my condolences on the loss of your wife Rita. I watched my father care for my mom in her final years so I know what you're going through. Stay strong. Life will get better it will just take time...
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« Reply #9 on: June 02, 2019, 02:54:20 PM » |
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Very sorry for your loss, John.
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« Reply #10 on: June 02, 2019, 02:56:45 PM » |
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John, I FULLY understand that it was a privilege! Being faithful in sickness and in health is a comforting thing when you lose your spouse. You did everything that you said that you would. You find how much that you are capable of when everything that you do is driven by love! Memories become bittersweet because of it.
I know.
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« Reply #11 on: June 02, 2019, 02:59:10 PM » |
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John, I hope I can be half the man and display the courage you have in taking care of your beloved.
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« Reply #12 on: June 02, 2019, 03:11:52 PM » |
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If you are comfortable with it, I’d love to see a picture of your sweetheart that I never got to meet. Forgive my boldness in asking.
John posted a pic in this thread years back. I always thought it was a great pic. (I hope you don't mind me reposting it John)  http://www.valkyrieforum.com/bbs/index.php/topic,88360.0.html |
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« Reply #13 on: June 02, 2019, 03:50:41 PM » |
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Thanks, Connie  I tried to copy it 3 times with no luck. |
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John Schmidt
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a/k/a Stuffy. '99 I/S Valk Roadsmith Trike
De Pere, WI (Green Bay)
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« Reply #14 on: June 02, 2019, 04:10:55 PM » |
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Thanks Rob, I was looking for that pic myself and you beat me to it. We were having a good laugh because a couple minutes before her blouse had slipped down off her shoulder on one side and I had been kidding her about trying to flash some skin. What doesn't show is the fact I'm pretty much holding her up in that picture, that was the day after our anniversary three years ago. In that pic she weighs about 83 lbs., at the time of her death she was down to 75....skin and bones. Here's a couple more pics, you can see how things changed. I'll always remember her as the lovely, healthy woman I married. These are screen shots taken today but were origianlly taken during our July, 1994 honeymoon through Glacier Nat'l. Park and up into Canada where we spent time in Banff, Lake Louise, glacier fields, and on up to Jasper. Returned down the west side of the Rockies to Kalispell, MT and home....gone three weeks. Sorry the pics aren't real sharp but I think you'll get the picture....pun intended.    |
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« Reply #15 on: June 02, 2019, 04:14:34 PM » |
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She was a beautiful woman. I wish I could have met her. Take care John. I'm really glad to hear you are going up to your daughter's place for a while.
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Oss
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« Reply #16 on: June 02, 2019, 04:31:14 PM » |
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I pray that some day we will not lose loved ones to those terrible cancers
You sir, are an example of a real man of integrity and honor, a mensch
May Rita's memory be as a blessing for you the rest of your life
Oss
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If you don't know where your going any road will take you there
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When you come to the fork in the road, take it
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« Reply #17 on: June 02, 2019, 04:51:48 PM » |
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Family will make it easier, memories are some of the greatest things we own but also the hardest sometimes.
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“Some people see things that are and ask, Why? Some people dream of things that never were and ask, Why not? Some people have to go to work and don’t have time for all that.”
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DDT (12)
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Sometimes ya just gotta go...
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« Reply #18 on: June 02, 2019, 08:37:28 PM » |
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John,
You have our condolences and our respect. You've earned the approving conscience you have by always standing tall and doing the right thing... even through the toughest of times. That will give you some comfort as you move ahead. You have spared yourself the grief of any guilt you might have faced, and for that we're all happy for you... Best regards.
DDT
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Don't just dream it... LIVE IT!
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f6john
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Christ first and always
Richmond, Kentucky
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« Reply #19 on: June 03, 2019, 04:31:14 AM » |
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What a great looking couple! Her eyes are very expressive and reveal her love and devotion to you in that picture.
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Farside
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Let's get going!
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« Reply #20 on: June 03, 2019, 05:00:52 AM » |
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What a great trip John the two of you took, a beautiful couple indeed. She has moved on and took those memories with her no doubt. She will be looking down as an angel over you. Keep your strength and positive thoughts for you will be together again.  |
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henry 008
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« Reply #21 on: June 03, 2019, 06:23:50 AM » |
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sorry for your loss, John. you have my sincerest condolences. you may have lost her, but you'll never lose the memories...
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Safe Winds... Brother  |
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