William G Schmidt
December 04, 1954 - November 24, 2024
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Obituary for William G Schmidt
It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Bill. Bill passed peacefully on Sunday November 24, 2024 just shy of his 70th birthday, after a long hard fought battle with many health complications.
William George Schmidt was born on December 4th, 1954 to Leo and Millie and was raised in the Columbia Point neighborhood of Dorchester along with his three siblings. Bill always spoke fondly about his childhood and the lifelong friends he had from Columbia Point and loved reminiscing about the good old days. From very proud and humble beginnings, Bill worked his way from tending bar at several Boston night clubs in his early 20’s to being a highly accomplished salesman at Horizon Beverage company, earning many awards, including top Bacardi salesman throughout the entire United States on two separate occasions. Being the hard-working, thoughtful, kindhearted and funny guy that he was, Bill made many connections and unbreakable bonds in his 30 years working in the beverage industry, some of which became as close as family. With a warm and generous personality and a twinkle in his eye, he always had something for everyone and would do anything he could to help someone out.
Anyone that knew Bill knew about his love for the Bruins, card games, a good political debate, his home in Punta Gorda Florida, and most importantly, his family. A loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, brother in-law and uncle he was adored by so many and anyone lucky enough to call him family knew his unconditional love. There are so many wonderful memories of time spent sitting around a campfire in New Hampshire or a crowded table at a holiday gathering, telling stories, singing and laughing the whole night through. Truly a great man in so many ways, he will forever be loved and deeply missed.
Bill is preceded by his mother and father, and brother James and survived by his wife Karen, three children, Michael (Shauna), Leo (Allison), Jackie, two grandchildren Will and Danny, and his sisters Carol and Patti (Ron).
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 a favorite charity of Bill’s.
A Celebration of Life and Visiting Hours will be held on Thursday, December 5th, 2024, at Dolan Funeral Home, 1140 Washington Street. DORCHESTER LOWER MILLS, 4 - 7pm.
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December 04, 2024
My heartfelt condolences to Karen, Michael, Leo and Jackie as well as the extended Schmidt Family. We have you in our thoughts and prayers. I managed the MA Off-Premise Market for Bacardi USA from 2003-2015. I worked closely with Bill over the years. He and I became good friends, and I admired his work ethic and all the work he did to position my brands to win. Over the years, Bacardi supported many incentive trips to sunny islands in the Caribbean. I can't recall a trip that Bill didn't earn, nor a sunny destination without Bill and Karen. While there were many special people I worked with during my tenure in MA, Bill was and remains one of the best! He earned the Bacardi Salesman of the Year on two occasions and will always be an honorary member of the Bacardi Family. Rest in peace Bill.
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December 03, 2024
My deepest condolences to karen and the family , Billy you have gained your wings my friend , fly high and thank you for the knowledge you shared with me over the years in the Liquor business . your friend always -Chelo - & Tito & Egleston Liquor Family.
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December 03, 2024
My condolences thoughts and prayers are with the Schmidt family at this very difficult time. RIP BILL 🙏🏻 Debbie Ford
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December 02, 2024
Condolences for his family 🙏May he rest in eternal peace💙Fly with the Angel's my friend🌹
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December 02, 2024
We have known Smitty since we were kids, he was the nicest guy, always willing to help someone. He would always ask how you were doing, and ask about the family, We will miss for very much. Love Jeanie, Joanie and Mary Ellen ❤️
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December 01, 2024
To Karen and family, So sorry for your loss. Billy was a great guy and will be missed. Eileen and Larry
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December 01, 2024
I'm very sorry for the Schmidt family & the loss of Bill. I worked with Billy @ Horizon Beverage from 2005 until his retirement. He shared a lot and helped me navigate the sales profession. His stories were memorable & I will miss his wise cracking personality. Rest in Peace Mike DeCarolis
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November 30, 2024
My condolences too Bills family.Back in the day bill's smile and his laughter was the best.He was a dear friend to me and my family.
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November 30, 2024
Smithy, You ll be missed that Beautiful Smile uou always had on your face was Priceless . You had a great importance to many of Lives in Columbia Point My Brother Billy was your close Friend you were his Best Man , and his Daughters Godfather ! RiP. You have earned your Beautiful Angel Wings Soar Freely and Be With God ! God Bless You ! Arlene Monaghan
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