Obituary of Ellen Jane Schmidt

Ellen Jane Schmidt, age 69, entered into rest after an almost decade long battle to cancer on September 22, 2024 in Roswell Park Cancer Institute.  Born December 18, 1954 in Lockport, a daughter of William and Norma (Sewar) Maloney.  Ellen worked in production at several factories including Fisher Price in Akron, Sherwood in Lockport, Pfeiffer Foods in Wilson, and finally retiring from GM in Lockport in 2020. She was an avid Buffalo Bills fan, loved oldies music, and loved to crotchet. Her generous heart prompted her to donate crotcheted lap blankets to local nursing homes every Christmas. Though her biggest pride and joy was her family.

Ellen is survived by her children Michelle (John) Schwenk, Duane Taylor, Albert Schmidt, and Lindsay (Lee) Clapsadle; grandchildren Joshua, Timothy, and Morgan Boyd, Krista Taylor, Jayce Schmidt, Abigail, Luke, and Liam Clapsadle; six great grandchildren; sister Carol Eaton; several nieces and nephews; and also dear  friends Debbie Kryzanowski and Bob Mollosky. She was predeceased by her brother Micheal Maloney and sister Lorilyn Maloney and as well as good friend Lowell Taylor.

Relatives and friends are invited to a memorial service on Saturday, September 28th. Visiting hours from 9-11 am and a service at 11 at Warrens Corners United Methodist Church, 5293 Stone Rd., Lockport.  In lieu of flowers donations to Roswell Park Cancer Institute would be appreciated by the family.  Interment will be in Cold Spring Cemetery at a later date.  Online condolences at www.pruddenandkandt.com.