Gail Ann Schmidt, 81, passed away February 18, 2026 at Kenwood Plaza in St. John.

She was born July 11, 1944 in Pawnee County, Kansas; the daughter of Elmo and Mary Sooby Gleason.

A life time Pawnee County, Barton County and Stafford County resident, she held many clerical jobs throughout her life.

She loved to sing and play the keyboard. Gail was even involved in the Larned Music Club.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Gail has been cremated and inurnment will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at Point View Cemetery, Radium, Kansas.

Memorials may be given to Donor's Choice in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.  Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.