Schmid, Joanne Helen (Koshiol) of Shorewood, MN, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2023. She was born on August 29, 1934, to Bernard J. and Helen (Wicke) Koshiol in St. Cloud, MN. Joanne was united in marriage to Thomas E. Schmid on September 11, 1954. They were married for 64 years during which they raised seven children. Joanne was a devoted librarian at Washburn Elementary School, Bloomington, MN. Her ability as a seamstress and knitter was renowned. Joanne served as a Hennepin County Master Gardener and an active member of the Shorewood community. She was a lifelong Girl Scout and cherished her friendships with her original Troop 18 from St. Cloud. Joanne is survived by her children, Mary Jo Schmid (Brent Larson), Stephen, Kate (Rob) Bordeaux, Christopher, Bernie, Clare Schmid-DeBo (Jeff) and Priscilla Boegh (Ryan), her sister, Mary Lou Whelan, and her sister-in-law Patricia Laue, 11 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. A celebration of Joanne's life will be held February 6, 2023, 9:00-12:00, at the Shorewood Community Center, 5735 Country Club Road, Shorewood. A memorial service will be held in St. Cloud, MN, July 8, 2023.