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James Yaner Swartz Click for Condolences      Printable Version
1944 - 2011

James Yaner SwartzJames Yaner Swartz age 66 of Greenville passed away with his family at his side on Saturday June 18, 2011 at Spectrum Health Butterworth Campus Grand Rapids. He was born on August 16, 1944 in Greenville the son of James M. and Bette Yaner Swartz. Jim was a 1963 graduate of Greenville High School, attended Davenport College, was a veteran of the US Army serving in Viet Nam receiving the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service and Campaign medals with 2 overseas bars. He was employed at Gibson International Sales for several years and was a real estate agent working for RE Max when he retired. He was a member of the First Congregational Church in Greenville and was a loving husband, son, father and grandfather. He loved the many trips with his wife and special friends and was an avid sports fan playing golf and checking on all the stats of the sports teams.

Jim married Judy Hubbs Leslie in Greenville on August 14, 2004. She survives along with his mother Bette Swartz of Greenville, daughters; Lisa (Jason) Curtis and Jody (Jered) Andrus both of Wyoming, Judy's children; Jon (Andrea) Leslie of Sparta and Terri (Rob) Fox of Greenville, his grandchildren; Ian, Ella, Alexis, Dylan, Ava, Eliza, Allison, Megan, Bergan and Owen, his mother-in-law, Jean Hubbs of Greenville, brother-in-law Doug Dodd of Greenville and several cousins.

He was preceded in death by his father James M. Swartz on December 26 2009.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday June 22, 2011 at 1:30 PM from Hurst Funeral Home with Rev. Dr. Jerrold T. Jones officiating. Burial will be in St. Charles Cemetery, Greenville. Visitation will be Tuesday from 6 to 8 PM at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be given to First Congregational Church.


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There are currently 30 condolences.


Chris Wellman
Monday June 27, 2011 at 2:24 PM

Judy...I am so sorry to hear about Jim's passing.Jim was always welcoming & warm to me.You are in my thoughts & prayers.
 
Linda Andersen Brack
Sunday June 26, 2011 at 8:12 PM

Judy and Bette, I just discovered about Jim death. Being out of town I occassionally check the obits. I remember Jim from the supper club my parents had with you Bette. Although he was older than me he was always so nice to us younger kids. So sorry for your loss, you both have lost loved ones recently and it must be very hard for you. Love and Blessings, Linda
 
Tammy Surey
Friday June 24, 2011 at 3:15 PM

Judy and family, So sorry to hear of your loss. Jim was a wonderful and kind man.I was lucky to have worked with him in real-estate. It is hard to find a true gentlemanin this day and age but Jim was a true gentleman and we could all learn from his kindness and willingness to go the extra step to hold a door open for someone or give up his chair so someone else could have a seat. You are in my thoughts and prays - Take Care Tammy Surrey
 
Faith Lewis Priester
Friday June 24, 2011 at 8:43 AM

Judy and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I always like Jim so well during our school years and would have enjoyed knowing him as an adult, I'm sure. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this time of loss and sadness.
 
Jackie Mourer
Thursday June 23, 2011 at 10:39 PM

Judy and family, So sorry for your loss. Please know I am thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
 
Barb & Kirk Perry
Thursday June 23, 2011 at 9:43 PM

So sorry to hear about Jim's passing. He was a wonderful, caring person. Love and prayers to all the family-
 
Larry & Cheri Hilton
Wednesday June 22, 2011 at 3:51 PM

So sorry to hear about Jim. We were just informed by Deb Bolles from Fremont Ins. Please know we are thinking of you.
 
Judy
Wednesday June 22, 2011 at 3:12 PM

Jim was an outstanding person. Over the years I had the pleasure of working with Jim in real estate transactions, always a gentlemen and a first class guy. He will be missed.
 
Connie Howes
Wednesday June 22, 2011 at 10:50 AM

I am sorry to hear about Jim's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
 
Jeff and Deb Curtis
Wednesday June 22, 2011 at 9:35 AM

We are truly sorry for your lose and send our condolences to the entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
 
Pete and Heather Finnie (Boultinghouse)
Tuesday June 21, 2011 at 2:47 PM

Our condolences go to Judy and the family. Jim was a wonderful man with a great sense of humor and a large heart. He will be missed. With Love, Heather and Pete Finnie
 
Georgia A. (Jensen)Schultz Schad
Tuesday June 21, 2011 at 2:19 PM

Dear Judy & all related families: So saddened to read of Jim's passing. Sending you all love and compassion in the hope that it will sustain you a bit. I hope that the years you had together were joyous and fun and that those memories will remain with you all. In light, love, and blessings,
 
Gary and Julie Sirrine
Tuesday June 21, 2011 at 2:02 PM

Judy, Bette and families,we are very sorry to hear about Jim. He was such a wonderful and caring person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
 
Helen Eismeier Zerka
Tuesday June 21, 2011 at 1:02 PM

Judy, Bette and families, I was so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. We spent many hours together at Westdale a few years ago and he was always upbeat and encouraging. I considered him a really good friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Helen
 
Pam and Steve Allen
Tuesday June 21, 2011 at 12:50 PM

Dear Judy and Aunt Betty and family, We were so sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. May God give you peace and comfort in this time of sorrow. Love,always Pam and Steve Allen
 
Jeff & Michon Wiesen
Tuesday June 21, 2011 at 10:56 AM

Judy, Lisa & Jody, our thoughts are with you at your loss of a wonderful man. Jim touched everyone he met and made them feel special. He will be truly missed. Our prayers are with all you.
 
Holly Robinson
Tuesday June 21, 2011 at 8:44 AM

Judy & Jon My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Deepest sympathy! Holly Robinson-Fremont Insurance
 
Patti & Gerry VanSyckle
Monday June 20, 2011 at 4:41 PM

Dear Judy and family, so sorry for your loss. Prayers are with you all.
 
Ortwin and Lois Dahlke
Monday June 20, 2011 at 3:54 PM

Our deepest sympathy at this time of sadness. We are thinking of you and your family.
 
Carole Jewell
Monday June 20, 2011 at 1:58 PM

Judy - I just heard and I am so sorry for your lost, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
 
Dave and Gina Andresen
Monday June 20, 2011 at 12:30 PM

Judy and family, so sorry to hear about your loss of such a wonderful man. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
 
Greg & Pat Painter
Monday June 20, 2011 at 12:09 PM

Judy - Greg & I were so sad to hear of Jim's passing. We'll keep your family in our prayers.
 
Shellee Jensen
Monday June 20, 2011 at 12:02 PM

Judy and family: So sorry to hear of your loss. Please keep your memories close to your heart and that will help you in the times ahead
 
Michelle R. M. Wickerham
Monday June 20, 2011 at 11:59 AM

Just learned of Jim's passing this morning. To Judy, his girls, grandkids, and extended family - so sorry for your loss. I got to know Jim over the years during his REALTOR career, as I too am one. First through volunteerism on our local Board of REALTORS then when we both were at the same real estate office with bordering rooms. It seemed like he could just rattle off sports trivia and stats whenever some event was talked about. I do also remember him just BEAMING whenever he talked about his two daughters and his grandchildren. I also thought it was nice how Judy and him reconnected and married. I appreciated his involvement in our common efforts and will always remember him as a gentle giant....
 
Linda Boultinghouse
Monday June 20, 2011 at 10:44 AM

Dear Judy snd family, I am so sorry for your loss. Jim was and will always be a Great Man. The world is a better place because of him. He will be missed. Thinking of you! Linda
 
Mark & Trudy Petersen
Monday June 20, 2011 at 9:32 AM

Bette, Judy, Lisa and Jody, we are so sorry for your loss. He was a great man and will be missed by many. You and your families are in our thoughts and prayers.
 
Dave & Joanne Willmore
Monday June 20, 2011 at 6:01 AM

Judy,Betty and families. Sorry to about Jim. He was a good friend. You are un our prayers and thoughts.
 
Jim & Bonnie Dakin
Sunday June 19, 2011 at 10:52 PM

Judy, Betty & families - I can't tell you how sorry we were to hear of Jim's passing. We have known Jim a long time and you can be very proud of the man he was and the life he lived. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
 
Mike & Mary Ane Krum
Sunday June 19, 2011 at 6:26 PM

So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was very nice person who always had a smile on his face. Prayers to the family.
 
Kitty Christensen
Sunday June 19, 2011 at 5:52 PM

Where to begin - Jim leaves a hole in so many hearts. He was a very special, caring person. Judy, Bette, Jody and Lisa you have my very sincere condolences. God must have needed a special angel, because He sure received one. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you and your families..Kitty
 







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