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1922 - 2009
 James Melvin Swartz age 87 of Greenville died Saturday December 26, 2009 in Greenville. He was born in Montcalm Township Greenville MI on February 7,1922 the son of Lewis J. and Anna Miller Swartz. Jim served in the US Army in WW II in the European Theater. He retired as sales manager for Teledyne Casting Service traveling many miles serving his company. He was a life member of the VFW Lester J. Sitts Post # 5065 in Sheridan, member of the American Legion Post # 101 in Greenville, the TPA Greenville post, and the Knights of Columbus. He raised ponies and enjoyed showing them and putting them in parades.
Preceding him in death were his sisters and brothers; Alta Puffpaff, Vera Hankis, Dorothy Christensen, Emery, Richard, Fred and Lewis W. Swartz.
He married Betty A. Yaner in Greenville October 10,1942 and she survives along with their son James Y. and Judy Swartz of Greenville, granddaughters, Lisa and Jason Curtis and Jody and Jered Andres both of Wyoming, Terri and Robert Fox, Greenville,and grandson Jon and Andrea Leslie, Sparta, great grandchildren; Ian, Ella, Alexis, Dylan and Eliza, Allison, Megan, Bergan and Owen and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday December 29, 2009 at 1 PM at Hurst Funeral Home with Rev. Jerrold T. Jones officiating. Burial will be in St. Charles Cemetery, Greenville. Visitation will be on Monday December 28 from 2 to 4 PM and 6 to 8 PM.
Memorial contributions may be given to VFW Post # 5065 or the First Congregational Church, Greenville
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There are currently 14 condolences.
Amanda Leitch-Lee and Ryan Lee
Thursday January 7, 2010 at
8:19 AM
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We are so sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man.
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Carol Larson
Tuesday December 29, 2009 at
12:15 PM
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Aunt Betty and family,
My deepest sympathies to you at the loss of Uncle Jim. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you this day and for the days ahead. May you find comfort in your faith and in the wonderful memories of a wonderful man.
Love you!
Carol Larson
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Kitty Christensen
Monday December 28, 2009 at
8:18 PM
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Bette, Jim, Judy and family. I was so sad when Connie called me today and told me of your loss. What a special person Jim was. I will always have very fond memories of him. I'm so glad I got a chance to talk to Jim a couple weeks ago; I'll treasure that for a long time to come. I would be there if I could, but, unfortunately, I'm down with pneumonia and could not make the trip. My thoughts and prayers will definitely be with all of you though.
Kitty
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Michael & Nancy Schreiner
Monday December 28, 2009 at
3:53 PM
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There were a lot of fond memories when Owen and Marian lived in such close proximity. Our regards to the family.
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Ortwin and Lois Dahlke
Monday December 28, 2009 at
3:48 PM
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May God give you guidance in this difficult time. I will always remember Uncle Jim and Aunt Betty for watching over my dad, even the time you helped out the estate sale.
God's blessing,
Ortwin & Lois Dahlke
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Jim Dakin
Monday December 28, 2009 at
12:08 PM
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Betty, Jim, Judy & family - were saddened to hear of your loss and just wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts & prayers. Jim & Bonnie Dakin
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Doug and Cindy (Dahlke) Doell family
Monday December 28, 2009 at
9:53 AM
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My deepest sympathy to you Betty and your family. I don't know if you remember us or not, but I am Richard Swartz's granddaughter (Lois Dahlke's daughter) and we spent some time with you when Grandpa Richard passed away. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Cindy & Doug Doell and our children Hayley, Trent & Gabryelle
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Stephanie Tighe
Monday December 28, 2009 at
9:07 AM
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Uncle Jim was my great uncle and was a kind person. He defended his country in WWII. He had a good sense of humor and a love of animals. My prayers go out to Aunt Betty and the rest of the family.
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Marcia Henry
Monday December 28, 2009 at
8:53 AM
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I remember Uncle Jim was our babysitter many times when we were small. He was a good man and very kind to his sister, Dorothy and her husband Herman. He made delicious potatoe pancakes.
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Dave Willmore
Monday December 28, 2009 at
6:47 AM
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Sorry to hear about Jim. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Dave and Joanne Willmore
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Marlene and Henry Behrenwald
Sunday December 27, 2009 at
7:23 PM
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Jody and Jered,
We are sorry to hear of Grandpa's passing remember all of the wonderful things and times you've shared as they become more precious as time goes by. With
Deepest Sympathy to all.
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Carl and Jolie Larson
Sunday December 27, 2009 at
7:22 PM
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Sorry to hear about the passing of Uncle Jim. our prayers are with you all as you go through these next several days. Will always remember the great times had hunting pheasant with him here in Nebraska.
He was an awesome Great Uncle to have.
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Marlene Behrenwald
Sunday December 27, 2009 at
7:18 PM
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Karin Kwiet
Sunday December 27, 2009 at
11:05 AM
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My heart and prayers are with you.
God Bless.
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