Robert "Bob" Lloyd Schmidt

Robert “Bob” Lloyd Schmidt, 83, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2025, at home surrounded by his family. He was born on February 2, 1942, in Manhattan, NY to the late Adam and Elsie Schmidt.  

Robert joined the NYPD in 1963, worked in the 40th precinct and retired after 20 years of service. After retirement he kept busy working for Burkert Plumbing and Heating. He was a long-time member of the Seaweed Yacht Club in Stony Point, NY where he operated the travel lift and also a member of the Haverstraw Elks Club. He shared many memories of growing up in Washington Heights, NY and his many walks across the George Washington bridge. Throughout his life, he enjoyed boating, fishing, camping and listening to good music. He had a love for the ocean and enjoyed his many visits to Long Beach Island. His hobbies were repairing TVs, working with electronics and gardening. He was a remarkable man and was always ready to lend a helping hand or share his knowledge with family, friends and neighbors. 

He was predeceased by his loving wife of 52 years, Helen. He is survived by his two sons, Robert Schmidt and William (Andrea) Schmidt; grandchildren, Cynthia Schmidt and William Schmidt Jr; sister, Carol Thorstenson.  

The family would like to express deep gratitude to every person at Pruitt Health Hospice and Brook Health Care for their personal kindness as they cared for Bob.

Per his wishes, a private celebration of life will be held at a later date.