Velma Schmidt

Pawtucket – Velma (Barrie) Schmidt, 91, passed peacefully away on Friday, May 29, 2026. Born in Pawtucket, she was a daughter of the late Earl D. and Mildred (Higgins) Barrie and one of 10 children. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of fifty-six years, Carl W. Schmidt and her daughter, Carla S. (Schmidt) Bell.

Velma (“Vel”) was a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed telling stories, spending time with relatives and friends, and relaxing with a glass of Canadian Club and Ginger Ale. You could often find her with at least a few Hershey Kiss or Russell Stover wrappers in her pockets. In her youth, she loved to roller-skate and loved traveling with her family, especially to upstate New York and New Hampshire. She was what many would call "a spitfire" or "a hot ticket". She put family first and was a steadfast port in many storms. When someone needed her, she was always there. She had a quick wit, was a "talker", and had stubbornness that wouldn't quit. She was also deeply loving, fiercely dedicated, and purely loyal to those she loved. Being around her would always bring smiles and laughter.

She is survived by her sisters Evelyn (Barrie) Scharer and Avis (Barrie) Chamberlain, both of Florida. Her beloved son, Scott W. Schmidt of Pawtucket, and granddaughter, Sarah E. Weygand of Leavenworth, KS and numerous nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 10:45AM outside the Administrative Building of the RI Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 301 S County Trail, Exeter for the Committal Service to be held at 11:00AM.

Funeral Arrangements are entrusted to the WILLIAM W. TRIPP Funeral Home, 1008 Newport Avenue, Pawtucket.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: RISPCA, 155 Plan Way, Warwick, RI 02886.

www.TrippFuneralHome.com