Elizabeth “Betsy” Mae Braga Schmidt
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Elizabeth “Betsy” Mae Braga Schmidt, 57, of Independence, MO passed away peacefully at home on February 4, 2022. Betsy was born on December 23, 1964. Visitation service will be on Tuesday, February 15, 2022 from 6-8 PM at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd., Raytown, MO 64113.
Betsy was a lifelong member of the KCUSBC and an avid bowler. She was inducted in the KCMO Women’s Bowling Association WIBC Hall of fame for Superior Performance in 2005. She received the KCUSBC Contreras Award of Merit in 2017. Betsy served the board for the KCUSBC for over 20 years serving as a Youth Director, Lane Rep, Director and was a Life Member Honoree.
Betsy worked, assisted and led numerous charity fundraisers, such as Harvesters, Susan G. Komen Cancer Society, Golf Tournaments, Bowling Tournaments, and other charity fundraisers too numerous to list.
Betsy was employed at Park University as payroll manager. She was previously employed at Jack Cooper Transportation and Ozark National Life. She was also the assistant manager at King Louie Strike N Spare on 40 Highway in Independence, MO. Through her love for bowling she kept in touch with the entire bowling community. She was a bowling coach for several years working with the Youth program. As a bowler, coach and friend she touched the lives of all she came into contact with. She will truly live on in our hearts and be loved and missed forever.
Betsy was preceded in death by her father, Harry Braga; mother, Helen Wislon; son, PJ Oxenfeldt; and step-father, Hartle Wilson.
She is survived by her husband of 11 years, Tracy Schmidt; daughter, Devon Smith; brother, Dan Braga and wife Sandy; step-son, Adam Corniels and wife Nay; step-daughter, Bridget Avery; step-son, Charles Son; nieces, Rachel and Laura Braga; two of the sweetest grandchildren, Corbin and Milo Smith; and numerous lifelong friends, Julie, Ginny, Sherwyn, Deb, Pam, Joe, Lisa, Chrissy, Billy, Max, Bruce, Sebastian and the list goes on and on. Her Legacy will live on in our hearts forever, her kindness, compassion, loyalty and love will be unforgettable.
Thinking of each of you and hoping your memories of special times bring you comfort. I was blessed knowing Betsy only for a short time and I can hear her laughter and see her smiling face.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Peggy Bittiker
Devon,Thinking of you and your family. May God wrap His loving arms around each of you and comfort you in your time of need. Your mom was such an amazing woman! She will forever be loved and missed. Love you sweetie.
My heart breaks for all of you through this difficult time. I pray for healing for her family and friends. I didn’t get the chance to spend a lot of time with Betsy since I knew her for a short time but the time I did was wonderful! What a great person who will be missed greatly by all who knew her. Rest in peace ?.
My sincere condolences to family and friends of Betsy. I didn’t know Betsy long and didn’t spend a lot of time with her but I instantly liked her when we first met. She had such a beautiful spirit and I loved her energy. You’ll be missed Betsy.
I didn’t know Betsy long, but her smile on Wednesday at Wine Down109 always touched me, she will be greatly missed. Thoughts and prayers for her family and friends.
Betsy was a one of a kind woman.
I have nothing but good and happy memories of her. I will miss her forever.
My heart breaks for her whole family.
She was a very sweet and caring person and friend. My family and I knew her for over twenty years. May she rip. Prayers to everyone
Tracy & Devon and Family. Sorry isn’t enough nor is there any words that can describe how sad it was to here of Betsy death. Betsy always made you feel welcomed and would take time to visit with everyone at a gathering just to make sure you were having fun and enjoying yourself. Her smile was electrifying and laugh was cheerful and no matter what she always had time for a friend. Thank you for sharing your Wife , Mother & Grandmom with us, she has touched my life in many ways and I’m thankful for the friendship we have. Knowing Betsy she would want us to be sad , cry but laugh and smile with one another and finding comfort in friendship and being together. May God bless your family and comfort them too.
Miss and love you so much. Give PJ a hug for me.