Memories of David Randall Schmidt

My condolences to David's family. I first met David when we lived in Mammoth, and reconnected when I moved th the Tahoe area. I often think of him and remember him.

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Mark Schmidt

I miss my son so much. I think about him as the time.

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Desiree Lauterbach

David is my cousin. He and I became very close in the last years of his life despite having only seen each other a few times due to distance. He could always find the silver lining in things, even when something bad happened. That was his nature. He saw it as a learning moment, something to be grateful for because he was such a positive person. When I was down, he would make me laugh. When I was happy, he would bring me more joy. He had so much energy, positivity, and a zest for really living each day to the fullest rather than just going through the motions like most do. He stood out amongst people with his big smile, bubbly nature, and unique laugh. I really miss that laugh. He surrounded himself with good people, and was such a joy to be around. I always looked forward to hearing from him, and I miss him every day.

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David and his Dad at Grandmother's funeral

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Danielle, Kristin, and David with their Grampa Ed

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So happy to be a Big Brother

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David had that cute smile from an early age

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Baby David on Mommy's Hip

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Linda Amor

I have so many memories of my nephew from when he was a little baby with fine blonde hair through my most recent visit at his home in Tahoe.  David was always a ball of energy, smiling, engaging with those around him, looking for more to see and do.  When he made a crooked smile, you knew he had either just done something or was about to do something that was "pushing the limits."    He was a good boy, with a rascally side that liked to liven things up.

My sister raised David and he and his siblings were very close in age to their cousins, my children.  For the first dozen years of his life, they lived nearby (Southern California) and we were often at each other's homes or she and I would swap having the kids sleep over whenever possible.   All of the family stayed in close touch and often celebrated holidays with their Grampa Peterman, the patriarch of our family, whom lived nearby.   So, I have countless memories of babysitting him from tiny on up, ... beach trips, camping trips, Del Mar Fair Days, zoo outings, playing at parks, the kids on bikes, in pools, playing video games, and all the usual family/childhood activities.  When my sister, David, and his siblings moved to Elko, NV, the visits became occasional.  When Dave grew into adulthood, he and I stayed in touch.   Until recently I'd go to Reno/Tahoe at least once or twice a year and we nearly always got together.  He would also visit whenever he could when in Southern Cal visiting his Dad, Dee, and extended family. So, I can say that I really loved David all his life and am so saddened by his tragic death.

There aren't enough words to describe David.  I loved his playfulness, curiosity, boldness, compassionate heart, love of nature and desire to help save our planet, his many talents and that he strived to always learn more, do more, and be a better version of himself.  He experienced so much and accomplished a lot in his 14, 282 days on Earth because he always saw the green light and chose to overcome any fears he might have.  I'm sure Dave had fears, as we all do; but he never let them get in the way of something he wanted to try or to achieve, even against all odds. He wasn't fearless; he was courageous.

We all understand why he crawled out on the ice on Thanksgiving Day.  It was a heroic act, that did not end the way we all wish.  I will always remember him for his loving and daring heart and his engaging smile.

He shared his light to those he touched and now we can  honor David by sharing it with others... by being more in touch with nature, animals, others, ourselves with greater kindness and positive energy.  Thanks so much, my dear nephew.  You left a lasting imprint on the world.

For the record, our David ("Dave") passed on November 28, on Thanksgiving Day (not Nov 29 which is when his body was recovered)

-- Aunti Linda

I have so many memories of my nephew from when he was a little baby with fine blonde hair through my most... Read more recent visit at his home in Tahoe. David was always a ball of energy, smiling, engaging with those around him, looking for more to see and do. When he made a crooked smile, you knew he had either just done something or was about to do something that was "pushing the limits." He was a good boy, with a rascally side that liked to liven things up.

My sister raised David and he and his siblings were very close in age to their cousins, my children. For the first dozen years of his life, they lived nearby (Southern California) and we were often at each other's homes or she and I would swap having the kids sleep over whenever possible. All of the family stayed in close touch and often celebrated holidays with their Grampa Peterman, the patriarch of our family, whom lived nearby. So, I have countless memories of babysitting him from tiny on up, ... beach trips, camping trips, Del Mar Fair Days, zoo outings, playing at parks, the kids on bikes, in pools, playing video games, and all the usual family/childhood activities. When my sister, David, and his siblings moved to Elko, NV, the visits became occasional. When Dave grew into adulthood, he and I stayed in touch. Until recently I'd go to Reno/Tahoe at least once or twice a year and we nearly always got together. He would also visit whenever he could when in Southern Cal visiting his Dad, Dee, and extended family. So, I can say that I really loved David all his life and am so saddened by his tragic death.

There aren't enough words to describe David. I loved his playfulness, curiosity, boldness, compassionate heart, love of nature and desire to help save our planet, his many talents and that he strived to always learn more, do more, and be a better version of himself. He experienced so much and accomplished a lot in his 14, 282 days on Earth because he always saw the green light and chose to overcome any fears he might have. I'm sure Dave had fears, as we all do; but he never let them get in the way of something he wanted to try or to achieve, even against all odds. He wasn't fearless; he was courageous.

We all understand why he crawled out on the ice on Thanksgiving Day. It was a heroic act, that did not end the way we all wish. I will always remember him for his loving and daring heart and his engaging smile.

He shared his light to those he touched and now we can honor David by sharing it with others... by being more in touch with nature, animals, others, ourselves with greater kindness and positive energy. Thanks so much, my dear nephew. You left a lasting imprint on the world.

For the record, our David ("Dave") passed on November 28, on Thanksgiving Day (not Nov 29 which is when his body was recovered)

-- Aunti Linda Read less I have so many memories of my nephew from when he was a little baby with fine blonde hair through my most recent visit at his ... Read morehome in Tahoe. David was always a ball of energy, smiling, engaging with those around him, looking for more to see and do. When he made a crooked smile, you knew he had either just done something or was about to do something that was "pushing the limits." He was a good boy, with a rascally side that liked to liven things up.

My sister raised David and he and his siblings were very close in age to their cousins, my children. For the first dozen years of his life, they lived nearby (Southern California) and we were often at each other's homes or she and I would swap having the kids sleep over whenever possible. All of the family stayed in close touch and often celebrated holidays with their Grampa Peterman, the patriarch of our family, whom lived nearby. So, I have countless memories of babysitting him from tiny on up, ... beach trips, camping trips, Del Mar Fair Days, zoo outings, playing at parks, the kids on bikes, in pools, playing video games, and all the usual family/childhood activities. When my sister, David, and his siblings moved to Elko, NV, the visits became occasional. When Dave grew into adulthood, he and I stayed in touch. Until recently I'd go to Reno/Tahoe at least once or twice a year and we nearly always got together. He would also visit whenever he could when in Southern Cal visiting his Dad, Dee, and extended family. So, I can say that I really loved David all his life and am so saddened by his tragic death.

There aren't enough words to describe David. I loved his playfulness, curiosity, boldness, compassionate heart, love of nature and desire to help save our planet, his many talents and that he strived to always learn more, do more, and be a better version of himself. He experienced so much and accomplished a lot in his 14, 282 days on Earth because he always saw the green light and chose to overcome any fears he might have. I'm sure Dave had fears, as we all do; but he never let them get in the way of something he wanted to try or to achieve, even against all odds. He wasn't fearless; he was courageous.

We all understand why he crawled out on the ice on Thanksgiving Day. It was a heroic act, that did not end the way we all wish. I will always remember him for his loving and daring heart and his engaging smile.

He shared his light to those he touched and now we can honor David by sharing it with others... by being more in touch with nature, animals, others, ourselves with greater kindness and positive energy. Thanks so much, my dear nephew. You left a lasting imprint on the world.

For the record, our David ("Dave") passed on November 28, on Thanksgiving Day (not Nov 29 which is when his body was recovered)

-- Aunti Linda Read less I have so many memories of my nephew from when he was... Read more a little baby with fine blonde hair through my most recent visit at his home in Tahoe. David was always a ball of energy, smiling, engaging with those around him, looking for more to see and do. When he made a crooked smile, you knew he had either just done something or was about to do something that was "pushing the limits." He was a good boy, with a rascally side that liked to liven things up.

My sister raised David and he and his siblings were very close in age to their cousins, my children. For the first dozen years of his life, they lived nearby (Southern California) and we were often at each other's homes or she and I would swap having the kids sleep over whenever possible. All of the family stayed in close touch and often celebrated holidays with their Grampa Peterman, the patriarch of our family, whom lived nearby. So, I have countless memories of babysitting him from tiny on up, ... beach trips, camping trips, Del Mar Fair Days, zoo outings, playing at parks, the kids on bikes, in pools, playing video games, and all the usual family/childhood activities. When my sister, David, and his siblings moved to Elko, NV, the visits became occasional. When Dave grew into adulthood, he and I stayed in touch. Until recently I'd go to Reno/Tahoe at least once or twice a year and we nearly always got together. He would also visit whenever he could when in Southern Cal visiting his Dad, Dee, and extended family. So, I can say that I really loved David all his life and am so saddened by his tragic death.

There aren't enough words to describe David. I loved his playfulness, curiosity, boldness, compassionate heart, love of nature and desire to help save our planet, his many talents and that he strived to always learn more, do more, and be a better version of himself. He experienced so much and accomplished a lot in his 14, 282 days on Earth because he always saw the green light and chose to overcome any fears he might have. I'm sure Dave had fears, as we all do; but he never let them get in the way of something he wanted to try or to achieve, even against all odds. He wasn't fearless; he was courageous.

We all understand why he crawled out on the ice on Thanksgiving Day. It was a heroic act, that did not end the way we all wish. I will always remember him for his loving and daring heart and his engaging smile.

He shared his light to those he touched and now we can honor David by sharing it with others... by being more in touch with nature, animals, others, ourselves with greater kindness and positive energy. Thanks so much, my dear nephew. You left a lasting imprint on the world.

For the record, our David ("Dave") passed on November 28, on Thanksgiving Day (not Nov 29 which is when his body was recovered)

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Jessica Crase

I first met David in a kickboxing class. One of the first friendly people that I met in Tahoe. I'd run into him everywhere. He had asked me to help him find his first home. We searched and searched. I remember the day we visited Arrowhead. Cheena kept sneaking in behind us to view homes. That day, Cheena had snuck out of truck and into the home, then piddled on the floor. David and I scrambled for cleaning supplies. As we bent down to clean up, Cheena just stared at us wagging her tail in delight. David looked at me and as I recall, said, "This is it. This is home. Cheena likes it. It's a sign." He made an offer and the home was his. I recall all the things he pointed to that he wanted to upgrade in the home. Such wonderful ideas. He loved it; Cheena and Oreo did as well. I've never met someone with such a zest for life. Adventurous, a big heart, positive, and always greeted people with a smile. I am very saddened by this but know that he certainly never took one day for granted. I think it can be lesson that many of us can take from his example. My condolences to his loved ones.

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Andy Shibata

I remember meeting David at the men's leadership November 2018. He was down to earth and very positive. The last day of the men's leadership David offer me some words of encouragement telling me to never give up on my dreams. I am deeply saddened and shocked from this tragic news. My heart goes out to the Schmidt family and his friends. Rest in peace david.

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Felipe Pardo

2018, San Francisco, CA, USA

As we were coming back from our MLS course, we went to have food at a restaurant which had a patio. Not one to miss out on a chance to eat great food, Dave was part of the fun, and definitely part of the eating. We ate to our heart’s content and when it was time to go back to the airport we shared an Uber ride for which he paid. Later on I payed him back and remember thinking that it’s amazing how he can trust people. Always a gentleman with a great sense of humour. A lover of the outdoors and nature.
May you Rest In Peace Brother, and may the fire of your memory forever burn in the hears and minds of those who knew you and loved you.
Much love.

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Mariana Martinelli

2018, Provo, UT, USA

David in one of our fun business trips to Utah. Love his energy, his company. Always adding positivity ❤️

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Jake Zamansky, Dave and I soaking up this beautiful day and the lighting on the buildings. I had to snap a quick photo before we crossed the street headed to my favorite restaurant.

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Provo, UT, USA

With Me and Mari Martinelli 💙🙏🏻

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Man I’m going to miss you friend 💙🙏🏻🙌🏻

Dave Schmidt, there was certainly no one like him. He walked his own path for sure and always held his head high lifting others around him along the way.
From the moment I met Dave I felt like I had made a new best friend. I could talk with him for hours and spent several late nights diving in. Man did he have stories. I was always floored by what he knew and the life experience he had in his young age.

It’s no surprise he went out saving his dog/dogs. He was well versed in rescue techniques and has so much experience. I would trust my life with Dave anytime because of his background but still even the best of the best can slip away.
A true giver....He would take the shirt off his back without hesitation if someone was in need.

Dave LOVED his community and he has friends and community all around the globe. I’m grateful I could be apart of one of his family of friends. The community at Nu Skin will miss him deeply. He touched all of our lives and I have to say, especially mine.

I’m so fucking sad to have lost my friend but I know God has one of his best and brightest angels back home with him.
Dave... I love you friend. I’ll never forget you. I finally got your last message last night. I’m beyond sad that I didn’t get it earlier but I’m glad you got that off your chest.

Our friendship always came first, working with you was just a bonus and an honor.

My heart goes out to his family. We lost one of the best humans I’ve ever known. The world was a better place with Dave here and man am I going to miss you.

Jake and I love you. Chosen family.

Dave...

- A lover of food and cheffing it up.
- A lover of land and nurturing the soils. Compost master.
- A lover of nature and it’s beauty.
- A lover of animals, especially his dogs.
- A soldier
- A champion of recovering from a massive car accident.
- An adventure seeker
- A skydiver
- A snowboarder
- A pianist
- A bow tie wearing enthusiasts
- A hair farmer for kids wigs
- A friend
- A giver
- An engineer
- A remodel master DIY go getter
- A yoga machine
- A world traveler
- A seeker of becoming the best he could be.
- A positive mindset ninja.
- A graduate of MLS
- A brother
- A son
- A man with a heart of gold.

Thank you Dave, for your unforgettable friendship.

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