Edward E. Schmitz

Ed passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at Essentia Hospital in Fargo, ND, at the age of 83, surrounded by his loving family.

Edward E. Schmitz was born on April 19, 1943, in Harvey, ND, the son of Norbert and Rose (Keller) Schmitz. He grew up on a farm near Harvey, where he farmed with his family and received his education, graduating from Harvey High School. Ed furthered his education at Minot State College, where he met his sweetheart and love of his life, Bonnie Bondly. Upon graduation Ed taught and coached in Genora, ND before proudly serving his country in the North Dakota Army Reserves. Ed and Bonnie were married on July 29, 1967, recently celebrating their 59th Anniversary.

They moved to Stanley and then Forman, ND where Ed was a teacher and a coach before moving to Fargo where Ed was graduated with a Masters of Education program at North Dakota State University in 1971. He enjoyed being an assistant wrestling coach at NDSU and continued to be involved in the program running the Bison Open for many years. After graduation Ed Worked in Financial, Estate, and Insurance planning before founding Ed Schmitz and Associates in 1988. He loved working with his clients in helping them with their Financial and Estate planning goals, becoming true friends with many of his clients.

Ed enjoyed camping with his family and spending many fun filled weekends at their lake cabin. He loved to travel and make memories with his wife and family. He also enjoyed dancing, chasing around his grandkids, spending any time he could with family, and laughing.

He also enjoyed volunteering his time to help the community, serving on the Board of Directors for the Fargo Chamber of Commerce including helping them merge into the Fargo-Moorhead Chamber. He volunteered with many other organizations but is most proud of his time with Real Presence Radio. He served as Chairman of the Board of Real Presence Radio for 12 years, being with them since 2006. He helped Real Presence Radio grow to 27 stations with a potential to reach 2.5 million listeners with the word of God.

Ed is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Bonnie, of Fargo; his four children – Heather (David) Klundt of Fargo; Tiffany (Steve) Scheel of Fargo; Aaron (Heidi) Schmitz of Rochester, MN; and Nathan (Leah) Schmitz of Shakopee, MN; his beloved grandchildren – Kathleen and Jennifer Klundt; Branden (Alexa), Hunter, and Miranda Scheel; and Sydney, Bailey, Brooklyn and Alexis Schmitz. Also surviving are his two siblings – Larry (Debby) Schmitz and Betty (Duane) Schmaltz.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and his sister, Sharon (Richard) Vondal.

PRAYER SERVICE: 7 PM Thursday, October 8, 2026, at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Fargo – with a visitation one hour prior.

FUNERAL MASS: 2 PM Friday, October 9, 2026, at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Fargo – with a visitation one hour prior.

RECEPTION: Immediately following the Funeral Mass in the church social hall.

BURIAL: Holy Cross North Cemetery in Fargo

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center in Fargo. To sign the online guest book, or to view a livestream of the services, please visit our website at www.boulgerfuneralhome.com