Dec. 14, 2007--Blaine G. Schmidt, 91, of Newark, Del., died at his home, surrounded by his family, on Nov. 13.

Dr. Schmidt was a professor in the Department of Business Administration at the University of Delaware for 27 years, and served as chairperson of the department from 1967-72. He retired in 1986.

An avid painter, he was an instructor for the University's Academy of Lifelong Learning in Wilmington.

A U.S. Army veteran of World War II, he served in the European Theatre, where he received the Bronze Star. He continued his service in the Army Reserves, attaining the rank of colonel in the 390th Civil Affairs Unit.

Dr. Schmidt received bachelor's and master's degrees from Washington University in St. Louis and his doctorate in economics from St. Louis University.

He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Mrs. Adele E. Schmidt; his children, Prudence Worthington, and her husband, Robert, of Exton, Pa., and Richard G. Schmidt, and his wife, Rebecca, of Jackson, Tenn.; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Funeral services and interment were private.