Paul Francis Schmidt, 78, of Culver, passed away Monday, April 20, surrounded by family.

Paul was a loving and dedicated husband, passionate teacher, wonderful father and grandfather who inspired others to live up to their full potential. He was born near Leiters Ford at the family farm on April 19, 1937, to the late Frank and Marie Schmidt. He recieved his bachelors degree from Saint Joseph’s College and his masters degree in Mathematics from Ohio State.

He married the love of his life, Carol Ann Schmidt on Aug. 20, 1966.

Paul is survived by his children: Rob Schmidt, Santa Monica, Calif.; Angie (Greg Curran) Schmidt, Plymouth; and Cynthia (Jerry) Rainey, Culver. He is also survived by two granddaughters: Elizabeth Rainey; and Rebecca Rainey. He is also survived by siblings: Margaret Stukenborg; John Schmidt; Harold Schmidt; Thomas Schmidt; Leona Schmidt; and Cathy Eley.

He was preceded in death by his brothers: James Schmidt; William Schmidt; and Richard Schmidt.

Paul was a devout Catholic serving on the board for the Holly Family Foundation for over 10 years. Paul inspired countless students while teaching high school mathematics at Culver Community Jr-Sr High School during his career which spanned over 35 years, retiring in 1997.

A memorial will be held at St. Mary’s in Culver, from 3:30 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. Friday, April 24. Mass will take place at 4:30 p.m. after the memorial. Friends and family are invited to celebrate Paul’s life immediately following at the American Legion in Monterey.

In lei of flowers, the family asks that donations are made in Paul’s name to either Hospice of Marshall County or the Charles B. and Lenore M. Keitzer Memorial Trust via the First National Bank of Monterey.