January 27, 1943 – March 10, 2026 

It is with great sorrow that we announce the pasting of Bryon C.E. Schmidt. He passed away after a brief bout with Cancer on March 10, 2026. 

Bryon will be fondly remembered by his daughter Lorelei (Dave) of Chilliwack, B.C., and his son, Mike (Stacey) of Vancouver, B.C. He also leaves behind his beloved grandchildren, Connor and Kenzie as well as his sister-in-law, Dawn (Donny) and many nieces and nephews. Bryon was predeceased by his wife, Denise, and his brothers, Bob and Barry, who he missed deeply. 

Bryon was born in Merritt, B.C., on January 27, 1943 and lived the majority of his life in Merritt. He was a well-known part of the community for many years, serving as one of the only barbers in town for decades. Many people remember visiting Bryon in the barber shop whether they needed a haircut or not. 

In his youth, he enjoyed playing baseball and continued playing into early adulthood. He also enjoyed curling for many years, but his true sporting love was found in golf. If Bryon wasn’t at home or in the barbershop, it was a safe bet you could find him out at Quilchena Golf Course or the Merritt Golf and Country Club, which he was involved with from its inception until a few years before his death. He had many friends and acquaintances in the community and will be sorely missed. 

A small Celebration of Life will be held later in the spring. 

You may offer a message of condolence at Merritt Funeral Chapel for the Schmidt family. 

• Date : 2026-03-10
• Location : Merritt