Larry Leroy Schmidt
February 14, 1942 ~ September 27, 2025
Larry Leroy Schmidt, age 83, of Marion, Iowa, formerly of New Hampton, passed away on September 27, 2025.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 3, 2025, at the Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home & Crematory in New Hampton. Interment will be at later date in the Jerico Lutheran Church Cemetery.
Friends may greet the family 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Thursday, October 2, 2025 at the Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home & Crematory in New Hampton. Visitation continues an hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Larry was born on February 14, 1942, in Charles City, Iowa, the son of Lawrence Schmidt and Angeline (Kulish) Urban. He grew up in New Hampton, where he attended school. On June 13, 1964, Larry married the love of his life, Doris (Anderson) Schmidt. Together, they raised their children in New Hampton and built a life filled with love and laughter.
After working in construction, Larry began his career at John Deere in Waterloo, where he worked for 31 years before retiring. Following retirement, he stayed active by working security at Underwood mink farm. They also ran the race track in Cresco for a few years.
A familiar face around town, Larry enjoyed his mornings at Car Quest, having coffee and catching up with friends. He had a lifelong passion for racing, building and racing his own stock cars for more than 30 years. During that time, he won many races and championships, and was honored with induction into the Racing Hall of Fame in 2024— a recognition of his dedication and love for the sport. Larry enjoyed NASCAR, hunting, fishing, caring for animals, joking around and above all, spending time with his family.
Larry is survived by his wife of 61 years, Doris; his sons Todd (Lacey) Kelley of Fredericksburg, IA, Jamie Schmidt of Marion, IA, Jeff Schmidt of Cherry Valley, IL, and Jodi (Amber) Schmidt of Marion, IA; as well as many grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Angeline Schmidt; brother, Lawrence Jr. in infancy.
Larry will be remembered for his hardworking spirit, his love of racing, and the joy he brought to his family and friends.
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I have known Larry since high school. I will always remember his friendly humor and ever present smile. If they have a race track in Heaven, Larry will be there every Saturday night.
Sympathies and prayers to the family.
Our thoughts and prayers to his family. Craig was a racer with Larry and have many good memories.
Deepest sympathy to Larry’s family. May Our Lord help you get through this difficult time. 🙏🙏
You all have my sympathy. May he Rest in Peace! Will Pray!
Doris and families, many memories that surroud Larry. Thoughts and Prayers for the family. R.I.P. Larry
My sympathy to you Doris and your family.
My deepest sympathy to Doris and all of the family.
Our deepest sympathy to Doris and family you”re in our thoughts and prayers
Our deepest sympathy to Doris and family you’re in our thoughts and prayers
Sending thoughts and prayers to Doris and family. I got to know Larry when I spent time with Doris down at their house. I loved watching Larry play with Abby, their dog!! The two of them definitely had fun!!
Doris and families, extending our most heartfelt sympathy to all of you. When I think of Larry, I remember watching him race at Nashua many years ago. He certainly had a passion for it. May he rest in peace.
Blessed in knowing Larry & Doris hospitality from their recent move living in the Marion neighborhood area. Larry was such a likable guy always able and willing to share his smile and humor. May God fast track Larry to eternal glory!
My sincere condolences to Doris & Family 💐
Sending prayers to Doris and family in this difficult time!!