Roy A. Schmidt, 79, of Clifton, passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2026 at his residence. He was born on March 16, 1947 in Watseka, a son of Willie and Reneldia Christine (Ulitzsch) Schmidt and they preceded him in death.

 

He married Claudia L. Mathy on February 28, 1986 in Watseka and she preceded him in death on July 17, 2019.

 

Roy is survived by two sons, Chad (Renee) Ulitzsch of Clifton and T.J. (Tina) Schmidt of Ashkum; three daughters, Marci Taylor of Chebanse, Amanda Schmidt of Indiana, and Brandie Schmidt of Indiana; sister, Rita (Randy) Weston of Newman, Georgia; five grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.

 

Roy loved his job as a truck driver for RCD Trucking in Kankakee. He also loved time spent tinkering around the house. Roy was also a proud veteran of the United States Army having served during Vietnam.

 

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

 

Arrangements are by the Knapp Funeral Home in Clifton.

 

Please share a memory of Roy at www.knappfuneralhomes.com.