Birth date: Jan 3, 1942 Death date: Jan 1, 2014
Penelope Ann SchmidtPenelope Ann Schmidt passed away peacefully this morning, January 1, 2014. Penny Lynwood was born January 3, 1942 in Menominee, Michigan the daughter of Florence (nee Woods) and Charles Lynwood. She is survived Read Obituary
I’m Porter’s West Virginia grandmother. I only met Penny two times: first at the Rehearsal Dinner for Kim and Chris’s wedding and at the Wedding Reception; then about a year later when Porter was a baby at a family gathering at the Brownstone home. Both times I instantly bonded with her and wished that we lived closer to one another. She was genuine, warm, and caring, and I feel very fortunate to have met her. Laura Fullen, Bridgeport, WV
I’m not sure where to begin with all of the wonderful memories I have of my Aunt Penny. She was an amazing person, who always went out of her way to make sure everything was taken care of. Constantly exceeding the expectations of myself and everyone in the group. She had this glow and sparkle in her eyes every time I saw her that was infectious. Whether it was our annual trips to the Bay Area or the Schmidt family journeys to Wisconsin, it was always a fantastic experience being around Aunt Penny. I was so proud to call her my Aunt? as the story goes? at least one that my family likes to tell time and time again. I was 5 or so and we were at Universal Studios and on the Tram and I was conversing with a group of strangers eager to let everyone know that I was with all my cousins and my Aunt and Uncle who I was “allergic” to. Of course I meant “related” to but I guess at the time I mixed up the references, but it earned a laugh or two, especially from my Aunt Penny. She was easy to talk to and always enjoyed a good conversation, whether you had known her for decades or it was your first time meeting her. I always wondered how she made everyone feel at ease? it was a special talent, one of many she possessed. She had a smile that I will never forget. It was so warm, sincere and generous, because that’s what she was to me and always will be. She was simply the best Aunt to be “allergic” to. I know that I will have a great guide on my journey when the time comes. I’m looking forward to seeing her again someday. Always in our hearts and with us forever. We miss and love you Aunt Penny, Ryan
My godmother, Aunt Penny, was an awesome host, and a little trouble didn’t get in the way of her desire to show her guests a good time. One year a road trip to Disneyland was on the itinerary. I don?t recall all who were on the trip, but I think it was Penny, Grandma Flossy, Holly, Cory and Ryan. We were driving south and the car broke down. I don?t remember the name of the town in which we were stranded, but it was small, had one auto repair shop, a fleabag motel and a Denny?s. We stayed at the motel?I think for two days?while we waited for the car to get fixed and ate every meal at Denny?s. My lasting memory was laughing at Grandma Flossy complaining about the cockroaches in the motel. Aunt Penny kept us all positive throughout that adventure. Rest in peace, Aaron
One time that sticks out in my mind with Aunt Penny was on one of our first family trips to California. I think I was about seven years old or so. We did the normal stuff families do visiting California; Disney Land, Universal Studios, the beach, Fisherman’s Wharf, China Town etc. She was an incredible tour guide. Being near the ocean I wanted to try sushi, I suppose because the idea of eating raw fish was new, strange, and a little bit scary. All things a kid can get into. I don’t remember if my parents were excited about the idea but I recall Aunt Pen being very enthusiastic. I remember walking into the restaurant and having to take my shoes off, which was also a first, normally I got yelled at for that kinda of behavior. There was a large table and we got to sit on the floor on pillows, also a new and improved way of dining. When I looked at the menu, I didn’t really care what I ordered as long as it wasn’t cooked. I remember her trying to explain to my daring mind that they had other things that were cooked but I was adamant and ordered tuna. Needless to say, I didn’t really like it. Aunt Penn knowing this would probably be the result, had also ordered something more attuned to a sever year old pallet, which I thoroughly enjoyed. These days sushi is a great treat for me and I’ll always remember that first try with Aunt Penny. Miss you, Collin
