Mary A. Schmidt

Mrs. Mary A. Schmidt, 105, of Frederick, died Wednesday, March 2, 2022 at Citizens Care and Rehabilitation Center, Frederick. She was the loving wife of the late John Schmidt Sr., who preceded her in death in 1992.

Born July 1, 1916 in Hagerstown, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Mary Zeigler Wingert. She was the last surviving of eight siblings.

She was a faithful member of the Salvation Army in Frederick for over 75 years, she was the oldest active member. In addition to raising her family, she worked and retired from Frederick Memorial Hospital. She also loved to play bingo with her friends at Montevue and Citizens.

Mary is survived by her children; John Schmidt (Barbara), Nancy Grant (Donald Sr.) and James Schmidt (Susan), grandchildren; Vickie Cupp, John Schmidt Jr. (Terri), Donnie Grant Jr., Kathy Long (Ralph), Donna Jean Beaver (Paul), Sharon Morgan and Ryan Schmidt, 8 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 3pm to 6pm, on Monday, March 7, 2022 at the Keeney & Basford Funeral Home, 106 E. Church Street, Frederick, MD 21701. The funeral service will be at 10:30AM, Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at the Salvation Army, 223 West 5th Street, Frederick, MD 21701. Interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army of Frederick County at the above address.

Online condolences may be shared at www.keeneybasford.com.