Kathleen A. Schmidt

PORTAGE – Kathleen A. Schmidt, age 78, of Portage, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026.

Kathleen was born on August 16, 1947, in Wisconsin, daughter of Everett William and Pearl Ann (Goethke) Licht.

Kathleen worked for many years at Stokley Canning Company as a sorter. Kathleen was a Christian with great love of the Lord. She loved horses, enjoyed word searches, crossword puzzles, Bible study, as well as watching TV.

Kathleen is survived by her three daughters; Sally Froseth, Susan, and Sarah (Carlos) Arellano, two sons; Jerry (Vicki) Martin Jr, Tom (Angela) McDougal, brother; Keith (Marry) Licht, grandchildren; Arthur Holte, James Arellano, Zachary Arellano, Vanessa Martin, James Martin as well as many other close relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Gerald McDougal, brothers; Paul and Lloyd, sisters; Donna and Dorothy.

Inurnment will be private, at a later date.

Pflanz Mendrala Funeral Home, in Portage, is assisting the family.