I have been compiling a list on the corner of my desk this year. It is nearly Thanksgiving and almost 11 months since my father John Schmidt, died. As I closed up his family business of 66 years, sold his real estate holdings, paid debts, and finalize his estate, I wrote down all of the Silverton businesses and business members of our community that have been so compassionate and helpful to me.
Dr. John loved this town. He made his living here and he utilized the businesses and other professionals here. Our community becomes stronger when we work within it. I appreciate and I’m thankful for the following local individuals and businesses:
Citizen’s Bank, Canen Madsen, Milla Eubank, and staff
Columbia Bank, Ferren Taylor and staff
Dennis Downey Construction
Dr. Daniel Coté
Dr. Mike Petracci
Dr. Steve DeShaw
Hartley Insurance Inc.
Jossi Davidson
Kris Hustead
Larsen and Flynn Ins., Rick Schmidt
MAPS CU., Debra Weigel and staff
NW Oregon RE Group, Joe Giegerich
Randy Mitchell, CPA and staff
RE/MAX; Trudi Schmidt
Silverton Chamber of Commerce
Silverton Realty, Mason Branstetter Chuck White, and staff
State Farm, Waterman’s Ins.
Ticor Title, Silverton Branch staff
Ungers Funeral Chapel, Paul Rupp and staff
And, best of success to White Oak Wellness that is now open in 306 Oak St.
Michael J. Schmidt
