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Celebrating the life of

Lt. Colonel Douglas Gregory Schmidt

October 21, 1946 - June 23, 2020

Lt. Colonel Douglas Gregory Schmidt

Lt. Colonel Douglas Gregory Schmidt passed into Christ’s arms on June 23, 2020.

Born 10-21-1946.  Doug graduated from Iowa State University, served in the Army Reserves, was deployed to Desert Storm where he was awarded the Bronze Star. He was President of Supply Chain Personnel until his death. Doug was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend.

He is survived by his wife Karol; children, Michelle, and Stephen; three grandchildren, Cole, Andrew, and Kathryn; mother, Lillian, and two sisters, Susan, and Nancy.

A memorial service for close friends and family will be held at 4:00 p.m., Saturday, June 27 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to Isle of Hope United Methodist Church or Hire Heroes in Doug Schmidt’s name.

We encourage social distancing and the wearing of masks for the safety of everyone attending.

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Our deepest sympathy To Karol and his entire family Doug will Be missed by us all Love and prayers

- Debbie and Tom Leecock , Savannah , GA

Karol, we were shocked and saddened to hear about the loss of Doug. He was a terrific fellow and will be missed by many. Please accept our sincerest condolences. Robin and John Gold

- robin gold, Sisters, OR

Thinking of your family and wishing you comfort as you remember your Dad.

- Megan Race, Alexandria, VA

Karol and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss, Doug will be missed by so many. Prayers of comfort and peace.

- Barbara Capes and Jim Johnson, Savannah, GA

I had the privilege of meeting Doug through his daughter and my business partner Michelle. He was a loving Husband, Father, and Friend to so many. His Love of his Family shined through him. I am blessed to have had the opportunity to know him, spend time with him, and call him my Friend. Our family will miss him. Our love and prayers to your family.

- Green Family, Longwood, Florida

We are so sadden to hear of the passing of Doug. Our love and prayers go to Karol and the family. Doug will be missed by all his friends and tennis buddies.

- Dick and Roxanne Griffin , Savannah , Georgia

in loving memory of doug we will miss him

- The Adler Family, Savannah, GA

So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.

- Beth A Childress, Savannah, GA

Sad to learn of Doug's death earlier this week. He was a true patriot and fellow Comrade in Arms. We spoke often over the past 20 years about our magnificent military. May his soul rest in peace. Jerry Hipp

- Gerald Hipp, Savannah, GA

Very surprised and saddened to hear of the passing of Doug. I remember his his smile, enthusiasm, passion for tennis and the Halloween creatures. Our deepest sympathy and sincere condolences.

- George and Laura Bellino, Savannah

My Dear Friends We have so many Beautiful Me

- Glenda S. Eloge, Savannah , Ga

My Beautiful Friends, So many wonderful memories we have shared. Karol you are in My heart and prays. Always here........ Glenda

- Eloge, Savannah , Ga

Karol and family-I’m so heartbroken to learn of Doug’s passing. I’ve always been envious of the closeness and love the two of you had for each other. Doug will be missed - his friends and loved ones will never forget his wit, quick smile and ability to make you feel at home in his presence. I love you Karol.

- Laura Strieber

I was getting concerned after not hearing from Doug for many weeks. I was shocked and deeply saddened to find this obituary. I always enjoyed our conversations and will truly miss him. My sincere condolences to his family. It was always very apparent by the way he spoke of his family, that they were always first in his heart.

- Jonathan Jewett, Savannah, Georgia

Jerry and I were deeply saddened to learn of Doug's passing. We hadn't seen him in years, but have fond memories of our times together when we lived in Connecticut. Deepest condolences to Karol, Michelle, and Stephen and all those who will surely miss him.

- Judy Hixson, Tomball, TX

Services under the direction of:

Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200