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Raymond "Ray" Wilfred
Schmidt

March 5, 1974 – October 28, 2018

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Obituary for Raymond "Ray" Wilfred Schmidt

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Schmidt, Raymond Wilfred
March 5, 1974-October 28, 2018

Ray passed away suddenly October 28, 2018. His quiet, unassuming nature will be missed by all who knew him. Ray always faced life’s many struggles and challenges with strength and courage. Raised and schooled in the Three Hills area; as an adult he worked as a building security guard, a church caretaker and horticultural tech. For most of the last 8 years “Mister Ray”, as he was known, worked as a child care worker and found a lot of joy escorting the children to various events in the city.

Ray’s greatest joy came from his many volunteer efforts at the University of Calgary, especially the time he spent at the campus radio and television stations. Most recently he assisted with the annual telephone fund raiser for the radio station. Ray was excited to join the Origami Aid club at the U of C and was looking forward to the challenge of learning a new craft and skill while raising money for various charity initiatives.

An avid explorer of the city and its various festivals and activities, Ray knew Calgary from one end to the other. He also held a keen interest in politics and often visited various constituency offices to learn about the issues.

Ray was a loving, kind soul, very appreciative of any and all small kindnesses shown to him. Predeceased by his mother and step-father, Ray is survived by his step-mother and brother as well as his father, sisters, nieces and nephews.

Donations can be made in Ray’s name to U of Calgary radio station CJSW, contact Community Development Coordinator Simon Macleod.

To view and share photos, condolences and stories of Ray please visit www.choicememorial.com. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Choice Memorial Cremation & Funeral Services (403) 277-7343.
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