Amy Elizabeth Cox Schmid
Jan. 9, 1961-May 3, 2025
Amy Elizabeth Cox Schmid, 64, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2025.
Amy lived a life full of joy, faith, determination and good humor.
She was born on Jan. 9, 1961, in Sioux City, Iowa, to Helenann and Dr. Robert Cox. Graduating from Norfolk High School in 1979, Amy continued her education at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, studying dietetics. A member of the Kappa Alpha Theta sorority, Amy cemented her lifelong love of Cornhusker football during her college years, later becoming the 1981 Homecoming Queen.
Amy married Jeff Schmid in 1986 and they shared a 40-year love story. Amy and Jeff had two children — Abbie and Bobby — and raised them in Papillion, Nebraska.
As a Registered Dietitian with a master’s degree in diabetes education, Amy had a passion for making health fun and approachable. She always had a cheese stick on hand, with a pun to go with it. Amy was a fixture on local television and radio in Omaha and Lincoln, hosting cooking segments as part of her 30-year career with the Dairy Council.
Amy chaired the Aksarben Women’s Ball Committee in 2010 and enjoyed charitable pursuits her entire life, including supporting Avenue Scholars, SALSA and St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church in Omaha.
Amy’s sparkling spirit made everyone she encountered feel special and seen. She shined in her roles as a wife, mother, daughter, sister, sister-in-law, aunt and friend. She especially loved her newest role as a grandmother — aka “Mimi” — to three grandchildren born in the same week in 2025 — Lincoln David and twins, Leon Jeffrey and Gabriel Davey.
Amy is survived by her husband, Jeff; daughter, Abbie (Schmid) Cuenca (Alex Cuenca); son, Bobby Schmid (Jordan Lambesis); her precious grandsons, family, friends and the countless strangers who felt the warmth of her presence.
Honoring The Trust Company of Kansas Founder Steve English
The Trust Company of Kansas (TCK) is deeply saddened by the passing of its founder, Stephen “Steve” A. English Sr. (Steve), whose vision and leadership shaped the company from its beginning.
In 1989, following changes in Kansas law, Steve left banking to establish TCK — the first non-depository trust company in the state. It was officially chartered on May 21, 1990. Steve passed away exactly 35 years later. TCK Co-Founder Kimberly Ufford reflected on the timing, calling it “unmistakably Steve.”
Known for saying, “Our clients are our friends,” Steve built TCK on relationships, integrity and care for both clients and employees. In 2008, he created an Employee Stock Ownership Plan to ensure the company’s longevity and shared success.
A passionate supporter of the arts, Steve often said, “The arts do more than just brighten our daily lives; they also truly support our communities.”
His legacy of leadership, generosity and vision will continue to guide TCK for years to come.
