SCHMIDT

Byron Lee Schmidt, 73, of Grove City, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, December 26, 2024.

Born September 15, 1951, in Kansas City, Missouri, he was a son of Paul Schmidt, and Cathryn (Erffmeyer) Schmidt.

Raised in Kansas City, he graduated from Southeast High School in 1969 and went on to Yale University on a basketball scholarship. After completing his bachelor's degree in American Studies, he opened and ran several Bed & Breakfast Inn's in New England before starting his own real estate and construction business in Connecticut. He enjoyed all aspects of the job, from tremendous hands-on skills to design and build opportunities.

Byron was a kind soul, overwhelmingly generous and was always ready to lend a helping hand. In reviewing his life, his never ending stories were a true blessing.

Byron leaves behind two brothers: Dr. Grant (Denise Perry Leyshon) Schmidt and Dr. Allan (Anne) Schmidt; nieces and nephews Joshua (Jennifer) Schmidt, Lea (Clark) Burns, Ashley Schmidt, Patrick (Dylan Burroughs) Leyshon and Dylan Leyshon; great-nieces and great-nephews: Kiki, Jackson, Julianna, Samson, Savannah, and Dutton; cousins Karla Voth, Sharon Glass and Scott (Lynn) Voth. He was preceded in death by his parents.

In accordance with Byron's wishes, cremation has taken place and a celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Byron's name may be sent to benefit the Grove City Area Meals on Wheels online at https://www.gcamow.org/.

The EBERLE-FISHER FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, 103 North Main Street, London, Ohio 43140, is honored to be caring for Byron and his family during this difficult time. Condolences for his family are encouraged to be expressed online at www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com.