Kathaleen Schmidt, 74 years old of Bad Axe, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026. She was born on September 16, 1951 to the late Edward and Lillian (Bauss) Schmidt.

After graduation from Bad Axe high school, Kathy went to work at the Seatbelt factory until it closed. She provided home health care for 2 years before working at Courtney Manor until her retirement in 2024.

Kathy enjoyed watching old Westerns on TV and spending time with her family brought her the greatest joy.

Kathy is survived by her siblings; Richard Schmidt, Judy (Graydon) Campbell, George (Donna) Schmidt, Tim (Shari) Schmidt, John (Tracy) Schmidt, Doris (Mark) Foor, Donna Schmidt, Diane (Virgil) Rifenbark; sisters-in-law Susan Schmidt, Pam Schmidt; brother in-law Eugene Kubacki, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Along with her parents, Kathy was preceded in death by her siblings; Dave, Ronald, Joseph, Sue (Edwin) Schember, Dorothy and sister-in-law Theresa Schmidt.

In keeping with Kathaleen's wishes, cremation will take place and a private family grave side service will be held in the spring.

Condolences may be shared with the family at www.macalpinefuneralhome.