Debra A. Schmude's Obituary
It’s with a heavy heart that we mourn the loss of Debra(Debbie) Ann Schmude (64), who passed away from cancer on April 1st, 2026. Born on September 16th, 1961, Debbie had a love for crafting, cooking, and celebrating (holidays, birthdays, milestones) and making something special for the people she loved. She was truly creative, and every single detail was crafted with love. She was always there in any way she could, from assisting her father (Leon Guldan) and Leon’s Aunt (Amelia Pickart) with their health battles to supporting her mother through knee surgeries, Leon’s passing, or just small errands. She was always there. Debbie worked for many jobs throughout her career. Most of all, she loved farming; it was her passion. It was a dream that she achieved. She also worked at the Pioneer Inn, Antigo jail, Copps Food, Arts for Kids day care, Franciscan Courts, and, most recently, as a food server at Perry Tipler Middle School, from her love for working with children to make them feel comfortable and happy to making delicious food for the nuns. She continued to share her positivity and made an impact on everyone she met.
Survived by her children, Christina Guldan and Kevin Schmude (Partner Tracy Wildenberg). Grandchildren: Alicia Gracidas-Guldan( Partner Paige Mutsch), Wyatt Schmude, Emmett Schmude. Mother: Margret Guldan. Sister: Sandra Joseph. Brothers: Jerry Guldan( Partner Patti Hartenbach) and Keith Guldan. Uncle: Mark Guldan( Partner Sharon Burton). Family Friend: Nancy Guldan Proceeded by her loving father, Leon Guldan We want to thank all the staff at Edenbrook Nursing Home in Omro, WI, and Heartland Hospice. We would also like to thank all the family and friends who came to visit Debbie during her time of need.
A memorial service celebrating her life will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11 am in the Poklasny Funeral Home located at 870 W. South Park Avenue in Oshkosh. Burial will follow in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home from 10 am until the time of service.
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