Irene A. Schmidt, of Middleburgh and most recently Cobleskill, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, surrounded by her family.

Irene was born 90 years ago on October 10, 1935 in Oyster Bay, NY to Alvina (Ploger) and William von Thaden.

Known to many through the years for her keen eye and talent for finding antiques and treasures, her love for preserving history was unquestioned.  She operated her antique shop out of her home for many years and later from her corner store and café, "Memories" on the corner of Main Street and Railroad Avenue in Middleburgh.  Her stern presence greeted patrons and you knew exactly what she thought about things, but equally caring was her demeanor to those she loved and trusted.  She was a longtime volunteer with MEVAC, former Town of Broome Assessor and loved watching the birds around her property.  Irene was also a fixture at all of her grandchildren's sporting events.

Loving her forever are her daughter: Deborah (Don) Palmatier; her son: Steve Schmidt; her daughter-in-law: Suzanne Schmidt; her grandchildren: John (Sarah) Palmatier, Heather (Jason) Palmatier, Renee (Steve) Schmidt, Adrienne (Pat) Lusk and Tyler Schmidt; great-grandchildren: Bre (Mike, Stephen, PJ, Madie, Lyla, Mason (Kayla) and McKenna; her brother: Kenneth von Thaden. Irene was predeceased by her son: Robert Schmidt; her son-in-law: Ted Palmatier, Jr.; her grandson: Teddy Palmatier; her granddaughter: Kayla Schmidt.

A private graveside service will be held in Middleburgh Cemetery.