David Alan Schmidt

OCTOBER 12, 1953 - OCTOBER 30, 2025

David Alan Schmidt, 72, passed away on October 30, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas. Born on October 12, 1953, in Hoisington, Kansas, David led a life marked by dedication to his family, faith, profession, and community.

From his early years, David was active in school programs including Debate, Forensics, and Drama. He earned the Arrow of Light as a Cub Scout and attended The American Legion Boys State. He later pursued studies in Electrical Engineering at Kansas State University and completed a technical certification as an Electronics Technician. His enthusiasm for electronics blossomed into a rewarding career at Kansas Electronics in Topeka. There, he specialized in two-way radio installation and repair before eventually becoming the owner of the business.

David’s commitment to Scouting spanned decades. Beginning with Pack and Troop 113 in Hoisington, he later served as Cub Master for Pack 248 and Assistant Scout Master and Committee Member for Troop 10 and Pack/Troop 170 at TCF. He also served as chaplain at Camp Jayhawk and contributed to the Religious Emblems Development Team for the Jayhawk Area Council. David completed Wood Badge training C32-98 and served on staff for numerous adult leader trainings. He took great pride in seeing his son achieve Eagle Scout rank and watching his grandchildren begin their own Scouting journeys.

A devoted member of First Lutheran Church in Topeka, David was honored with both the Lutheran Lamb of God award and the Catholic Bronze Pelican award for his efforts to promote faith among youth.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 44 years, Phyllis Ann (Homan) Schmidt; parents Gustave August Schmidt and Bonnie Dean (Shipman) Schmidt; brothers Michael Stephen Schmidt and Byron Wesley Schmidt; and grandson William Justice Schmidt.

David is lovingly remembered by his son Alan William Schmidt; daughter-in-law Tahira Beth (Hamilton) Schmidt; grandsons Jordan, Cordae, and Ryland; brothers Jerry and Randy Schmidt; sisters Sharon Gray, Judy Moskalew, and Angela Fowler.

A visitation will be held at 9:30 AM on Saturday, November 8, 2025, followed by a funeral service at 10:30 AM at First Lutheran Church, 1234 SW Fairlawn Rd., Topeka.

Donations may be made in David’s name to Jayhawk Area Council, 1020 SE Monroe St., Topeka, KS 66612-1110 or online at https://donations.scouting.org/#/council/197/appeal/6002

May David’s memory bring comfort to those who knew him and inspiration to all who carry forward his legacy of service.