James Donald Schmidt

October 5, 1954 - November 1, 2015

James Donald Schmidt, 61, a beloved husband, son, brother and friend went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 1, 2015. A memorial service for James Donald Schmidt will be held on November 19, 2015 at 2 p.m. in Sunnyside Presbyterian Church, 3997 Sunnyside School Road in Fayetteville, NC. James retired with 32 years of service from the phone company. He was an avid outdoors man. He loved camping, kayaking, hunting, hiking, scuba diving, music, reading, flowers and gardening, his IPAD, friends, family and the TARHEELS. Above all else he loved and treasured his dogs and cats and they loved him too! James was a devoted Christian at Sunnyside Presbyterian Church and a choir member. He will be deeply missed by all the hearts that he touched. He was a good man, loved life, and all it had to offer. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Debra Riddle Schmidt; his mother, Nedra Johnson Schmidt; sisters, Jeanie Schmidt Cottingham and husband Tom; Ramona Schmidt Arnold and Sonny Walsh; Conne Schmidt Moore and husband Don; brothers, John Stanley Schmidt, Jr and wife Kathleen; Paul Johnson Schmidt; he's also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, you can donate to the church or charity of your choice.