Ernest W. Schmeidler

Ernest W. Schmeidler died Monday, October 2 in Wichita, Kansas. He was 93. Ernie was born to William J. and Rose (Wolf) Schmeidler in Hays, Kansas on March 25, 1924. He was the oldest of six children.

Ernie attended St Josephs Military Academy in Hays and later joined the U.S. Army. When his military service was complete, he returned to Kansas and began a career in management. He found his greatest satisfaction in sales and meeting people.

Ernie was a lifetime, independent learner. In his time away from work, he found pleasure in gardening, puzzles, watching sports, but most especially dancing. Rooted in his faith, Ernie cared deeply about the Catholic Church and longed to see the priesthood thrive.

Ernie is survived by his sisters Carol (Mel) Romme of Overland Park, Jeanette Flax of Topeka, and sister-in-law Joan Schmeidler of Wichita.

He was preceded in death by wife Virginia "Jeanie" (Schmidtberger), his parents, siblings Bill, James, Sr. Bonaventure, and brother-in-law Rudy Flax.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, October 6, 2017 at The Basilica of St. Fidelis in Victoria, Kansas. Burial in the parish cemetery with military honors.

Visitation is 4:30-8 p.m. Thursday at Brocks-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Hays, KS. The family will receive guests at 6 p.m. The prayer service and rosary will begin at 7 p.m.

Memorials are suggested to Thomas More Prep-Marian High School, 1701 Hall St., Hays, KS 67601.

Condolences can be left by guestbook at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or can be sent via e-mail to keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com













Service Information









Visitation Thursday

October 5, 2017

4:30 PM to 8:00 PM



2509 Vine Street

Hays, Kansas 67601









Combined rosary and vigil service Thursday

October 5, 2017

7:00 PM



2509 Vine Street

Hays, Kansas 67601









Funeral Service Friday

October 6, 2017

10:00 AM

Basilica of St. Fidelis

Cathedral

Victoria, Kansas 67671