Gerald “Jerry” B. Schwartz, age 88 of Brookfield, WI and Newbold, WI passed away on Saturday, August 13th at his Northwoods residence with his family by his side. Jerry was born on November 14, 1933 in Milwaukee, WI the son of Alfred and Angeline (nee Schmitz) Schwartz.
Jerry was a master electrician, design engineer and former president of Stoiber Electric. He served his country in the Korean War and was a lifetime member of American Legion Post 219.
After retirement, Jerry loved being up north, spending the holidays with his family, and enjoying fun and sun in Arizona. You could always count on him for a joke, or some solid advice when you needed it. He would say “Make good decisions, because every decision has a consequence.” He was often heard humming or singing a tune. Jerry loved playing sudoku, cards and games, and sketching out projects. He always had a plan.
Loving husband of Kay (nee Roberts) for 66 years. Proud father of Joanne and Jon (Lynn). Caring grandfather of Cory Schwartz, Heather (Mike) Ford, and Joshua (Julie) Albrecht. Also loved by great grandchildren Jordy Albrecht, Bryce and Harper Ford. Also survived by brother-in-law Ken (Pam) Roberts and many other friends and family. Preceded in death by son Jay Schwartz and daughter JeriLynn Albrecht.
Memorial Service for Jerry will be held on Saturday, August 20th at 10:30 am at Nimsgern Funeral Home Chapel in Woodruff, WI with a visitation from 10:00 am till time of service. Inurnment will take place at Newbold Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will take place on Sunday, September 25th at 11:00 am at Silver Spring Country Club in Menomonee Falls, WI.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Compassus Hospice or charity of choice.
Online condolences may be shared at nimsgernfuneral.com
NIMSGERN FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES IS SERVING THE FAMILY.
Saturday, August 20, 2022
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Nimsgern Funeral & Cremation Service
Saturday, August 20, 2022
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Nimsgern Funeral & Cremation Service
Sunday, September 25, 2022
Starts at 11:00 am
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