Robert “Bob” Alvin Schmidt died in Orland on Friday, July 7, 2023. He was born in Chico to R.A. “Bub” Schmidt and Genevieve “Jenny” Schmidt on June 4, 1951.
He attended Orland schools and graduated from Orland High School in 1969. He lived most of his life in Orland.
He worked for Duché Nut Company and Orland Napa Auto Parts. After retiring, he could be found in his wood shop, creating beautiful patio furniture and planter boxes.
He is survived by his son, Swade Schmidt; stepson Gannon Burks; sister Patty Korn; niece Carol Kalpakoff; brother Jimmy Drown; and sister Kathy Drown. He was preceded in death by his parents and his niece Shawn Kalpakoff.
A Celebration of Life is scheduled from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 27, at the Orland Moose Lodge, 605 Fifth Street. A taco bar will be available.
Please bring a favorite dish and a memory to share.
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