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Carole Schmidt died Sunday, March 14, 2021 after an almost five year battle with colon cancer. She is survived by her husband Leslie Schmidt, and his family. She is also survived by her mother Rita Gilmore; sister Michelle (Jeff) Ball all from Thunder Bay, Ontario. Carole was predeceased by her father, Raymond Gilmore.
Carole taught with the Edmonton Catholic School District at St. Edmund’s and St. Joseph’s High School from 1974 to 2010. She was student council co-ordinator for many years at St. Joseph’s High School.
A very special thanks goes out to Dr. Spratlin and the staff at the Cross Cancer Institute for their compassion and care.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Edmonton Humane Society or to the Alberta Cancer Foundation/Cross Cancer Institute of Edmonton for colon cancer research.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 am on Friday, August 27, 2021 at St. Charles Catholic Church, 17511 – 112 Street, Edmonton.
DENNIS G KEATS says
Dear Carole, You taught me english at St. Edmunds school in 78. You really supported me and always felt you were one of the best. Also, we ran the river valley a few times as I trained for cross country. Great teacher and very nice person. My condolences to your family.
You made a positive impact on me in my Junior High. Thank you.
Margaret Hogan says
We have such good memories of teaching with Carole at St. Joseph for many years where she inspired us and her students with her balance of grit and kindness. Our prayers go out to Leslie and family.
Margaret & Tim Hogan
Kathy Solomon-Marjan says
Carole was an inspiration as a colleague. A hard worker who gave St. Joe’s everything she had and to those around her. I am blessed to have worked with such a wonderful person! She will be missed by staff and students alike. Her Fiddle fig plant lives on in my classroom and many treasured memories.
Thoughts and prayers go out to Leslie and her loved ones.
Kathy Solomon-Marjan
Kris Getschel says
Carole was an inspiration to me as a coworker, and as a teacher. My time working with her in the English department was cherished and I have wonderful memories. She was one of the most patient, hard working, gifted teachers I know. I have a special angel she gifted me that still hangs in my dining room and I see it and think of her daily. Rest easy in the hand of God Carole. Prayers to Leslie and family.
Dina DiPanfilo says
I was deeply saddened to hear of Carole’s passing. I was a student of hers many years ago at St. Joe’s. She had an immense impact on my life. She was kind and had a wonderful sense of humor. I will forever remember the over night leadership conference with her. I had never laughed so hard or respected her more than I did that night. She taught me compassion and to live life graciously. She will not be forgotten.
My condolences to the family.
Todd Chmilar says
Carole taught me english in 1979 at St Edmunds when I was in grade 9. I remember thinking she was such a strict teacher when I was in grade 7 and 8 that there’s no way I wanted her for a teacher in grade 9. Well to my surprise, Carole turned out to be a great teacher. She was kind, passionate and encouraged her students. She gave every student a book at the end of the year. I still have mine and I think I’ll treasure it a little more. Rest in peace Carole. My condolences to the family.
Jim Olson says
My life is far richer having known and worked with Carole for many years at St. Joseph High. Her boundless positive energy, compassion and dedication awed and inspired me and countless others who were lucky enough to know her. She was the most generous and selfless person I’ve ever met. An angel on earth.
I wish her loved ones heartfelt sympathy and God’s merciful peace. Carole will be forever loved and dearly missed.
Lynn Smarsh says
To Carole’s Family,
Thank you for sharing this lovely woman to teach with us at St. Joe’s. She was so quiet, effective and hard working. She was a marvel! She will be missed by both her students and us who had the privilege of working with her.
Roma Newcombe says
Those who taught with Carole were enriched by her professionalism and compassion. Condolences to Les and to the family.
Jim and Olga Morrison says
Dear Les,
Olga and I were saddened to learn of Carole’s passing. We always enjoyed her company and, held her in the highest regard. Hope you are doing as well as possible at this very difficult time.
Greg Dewing says
I am deeply sorry for your loss and our loss. Please accept my sincere condolences and may my prayers help comfort you and your family.
Dear Carol…
I hold you close in my thoughts as we worked for the betterment for each of the Saint Joes Students . Both you and your husband sat behind my family at church every Sunday. We went to many CCDL Conferences together and I remember everyone of them. You will be dearly missed! Sincere condolences goes to you and your family.
It was truly a pleasure to have gotten to know you Carol.
I’ll always remember your huge smile on your face and light in your eyes whenever we spoke.
Greg
Dorothy-Ann Haug says
Dear Les,
I have only just read of Carole’s passing last March in the U of A alumni magazine. As flat mates in university, I experienced Carole’s calm and compassion, recognized her hard work and enjoyed her sense of humour.
I was pleased that she found her vocation in teaching and her life’s companion in you. I am so sorry for your loss. The past 5 years must have been very difficult and I am thankful you had each other’s hand to hold.
Though our career paths diverted, and getting together proved challenging, I remember our time together with great affection.