Betty R. Schmidt

Betty R. Schmidt, age 87, of Marine, formerly of Edwardsville, passed away Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Eden Village in Glen Carbon. She was born on December 11, 1938, a daughter of the late Otto and Ruby (nee Carter) Ziegler.

On November 22, 1958, she married Freemon H. “Bud” Schmidt, Jr., at Marine UCC Church. He preceded her death on February 23, 2021. She is preceded in death by her twin brother, Bobby Ziegler; son-in-law, Michael Alldredge; brothers-in-law, Carl Mick, Rich Vallow, David Schmidt; sister-in-law, Margene (Bob) Edwards; and her parents-in-law, Freemon and Cornelia (nee Schoeck) Schmidt.

Betty is survived by her children, Beth Alldredge of Edwardsville and Scott (Sheri) Schmidt of Edwardsville; grandchildren, Dustin (Chesley) Alldredge, Derek (Cayle) Alldredge, Lindsey (Chris) Wasser, Kayla (Austin) Wuebbels and Austin (Chloe) Schmidt; great grandchildren, Alyssa, Brody, Benett, Cruz, Landry, Briar, Reese, Wyatt, Mason and Cameron; siblings, Vera Vallow of Edwardsville and Kenny (Carol) Ziegler of Highland; brother-in-law, Raymond Schmidt and sister-in-law, Jane Schmidt.

A 1957 graduate of Edwardsville High School, Betty went on to graduate from Beauty School and successfully owned and operated Betty’s Beauty Shop. Alongside running her business, she embraced the hard work and dedication of being a farmer's wife and later enjoyed working as a Hallmark Card Stocker.

A devoted member of Eden United Church of Christ, Betty was a woman of deep faith and community. She kept a busy, creative life and enjoyed reading, gardening, cooking, baking, sewing, and playing cards. Above all, Betty loved being around her friends and family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who were her absolute pride and joy.

She is now reunited with her beloved husband, Bud. Together, they shared a beautiful life and loved nothing more than lighting up the dance floor together to the Polka and the Jitterbug. Her warm heart and vibrant spirit will be deeply missed.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m., at Moss Funeral Home in Highland. A Funeral Service will follow at 11:00 a.m., with Rev. John Roberts presiding. Interment will follow at Keystone Cemetery in St. Jacob.

In lieu of flowers, plants, or other gifts, memorials may be made to Eden UCC Church and will be received at the visitation or by mail at Moss Funeral Home, 1501 9th St., Highland, IL 62249, which is serving the family.