James L. Schmidt, Jr., passed away March 16, 2020 at his home in Lincoln, Nebraska.
He was born October 8, 1955 in Alliance, NE to James L. and Emma L. (Howard) Schmidt, Sr.
James was a veteran of the U.S. Navy.
He is survived by his wife, Lela (Dawn) Schmidt of Lincoln, his children, Chris (Valoree) Schmidt of Alliance, Anthony Schmidt, Felicia Schmidt, Twylite Schmidt and Jerri Schmidt of Lincoln, 12 grandchildren that he treated like his own children, and 21 additional grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings, Billy Jack Schmidt, Robin Schmidt, Delores Schmidt, Robbie Schmidt and Cathy Schmidt all of Lincoln.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and his sons, Shane Dawn and Timothy Schmidt.
A two night visitation will be held at the Indian Mission Church of God in Alliance beginning Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. James will be laid to rest in Calvary Cemetery in Alliance on Friday with private family graveside due to the Coronavirus mandates. We sincerely encourage each person to make their decision whether to attend the visitation based on the best interest of your health and that of your community.
Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com with Bates-Gould Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.