Akaiye C. Schmidt, age 32, passed away unexpectedly on April 29, 2025 in his home in Brillion, WI. He was born on December 23, 1992 to Lee Schmidt and Ellen Ihlenfeldt.

His love and passion for animals lead him to work at Eastshore Humane Association in Chilton. He worked as the lead animal caregiver. He helped care for hundreds of animals each year that needed a loving hand.

Akaiye loved listening to music, riding his bike, cooking, long car rides, playing piano, and singing. He loved meeting new people and spending time with his family and friends. Akaiye especially loved spending time with his close friend Jenny and her two daughters. The girls considered him as an uncle. His dog Nina had a special spot in Akaiye's heart, they were best friends. Nina recently passed away, which left Akaiye heartbroken.

Akaiye is survived by his father, Lee (Angie) Schmidt, his mother Ellen (Jim) Ingish, brother Dakota Schmidt, step-brothers Travis (Madison) Ingish and Jason Ingish, step-sister Brittany Ingish, grandmothers, Ruth Zeamer and Sue (Steve) Magolski, grandfather Dale (Nancy) Schmidt, as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. He is further survived by his special friend Jennifer and her family.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Melvin Zeamer, his sister Summer Schmidt, and his dog Nina.

Family and friends may come to call on Saturday, May 10, 2025 at Zion Morrison Lutheran Church, 7395 County W, Greenleaf, WI 54126. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM and continue until the time of the service at 11:00 AM with Pastor James Enderle officiating.

Akaiye will be greatly missed by all.