SCHMIDT, Fleurette

Fleurette Schmidt
1962 – 2023
The family of Fleurette Anne Schmidt are deeply saddened to announce the passing of their beloved wife, mother and grandmother in Taber on Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at the age of 60 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, February 16, 2023 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at Knox United Church, 4929 – 50 Avenue, Taber on Friday, February 17, 2023 at 2:00 P.M. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at www.southlandfuneral.com.
Those who are unable to attend and wish to view the service online may do so by visiting Roberta’s obituary page on our website and clicking on the livestream link that will be available at 1:45 P.M. on Friday, February 17, 2023. The livestream will begin at 2:00 P.M.
Fleurette is survived by her husband Brad and their children Kristi Schmidt of Taber and Dustin Schmidt of Victoria, British Columbia; grandchildren Keesha and Brylin, Kenadi and Kingsley; her father Joe (Trudy) VanEs, brother Mike (Carrie) VanEs, mother-in-law Freida Allan, sisters and brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her mother Dorothy VanEs, brother Ian VanEs, Father-in-law Jack Schmidt, stepfather-in-law William Allan and sister-in-law Bonna LaBrecque.
Fleurette was born on June 15,1962 in Powell River, British Columbia to Joe and Dorothy VanEs. She was raised on a ranch, where she found her passion for horses. In 1980 she met Brad Schmidt at a rodeo, where he stole her heart. On December 10, 1982, they were married in Taber. Following the birth of their daughter Kristi, their son Dustin arrived two years later in 1984.
Fleurette was an amazing soul who touched many lives. Despite many obstacles in her life, Fleurette will always be remembered for her resilience, infectious laugh and spicy spirit. Fleurette will be forever loved by friends and family alike. Fleurette was a great wife, friend, mother, sister, daughter and auntie. She will be missed by all who knew her.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Fleurette’s name be made directly to the Taber and District Health Foundation, 4326 – 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1N9 (www.tdhf.ca).
Her family would like to thank all the Taber Continuing Care staff and numerous other healthcare workers who have helped care for her during the last twenty four years.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.