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Marvin Dean “Marv” Swartz

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Birth	:	24 May 1935 Lushton, York County, Nebraska, USA
Death	:	29 May 2006 Fairmont, Fillmore County, Nebraska, USA
Burial	:	Fairmont Cemetery, Fairmont, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate	:	40.6267014, -97.5674973
Plot	:	Blk 13 Lot 9 Space 5/6
Description	:	Marvin Dean Swartz was born to Cecil Edwin Swartz and Eleanor Leone (Jenkins) Swartz on Mary 24, 1935, on a farm near Lushton, Nebraska. He passed away on May 29, 2006, at the Fairview Manor in Fairmont, Nebraska, at the age of 71 years, 5 days. He was one of two children in the family. After graduating from Fairmont High School in 1953, he attended the University of Nebraska, Lincoln-Ag Campus, served in the Army Reserves for six years, and then came back home to farm with his dad, Cecil. On September 6, 1959, he was... Read More	Marvin Dean Swartz was born to Cecil Edwin Swartz and Eleanor Leone (Jenkins) Swartz on Mary 24, 1935, on a farm near Lushton, Nebraska. He passed away on May 29, 2006, at the Fairview Manor in Fairmont, Nebraska, at the age of 71 years, 5 days. He was one of two children in the family. After graduating from Fairmont High School in 1953, he attended the University of Nebraska, Lincoln-Ag Campus, served in the Army Reserves for six years, and then came back home to farm with his dad, Cecil. On September 6, 1959, he was united in marriage to Delores Suzanne Ronne of Lushton, Nebraska and to them three children were born: David James, Phillip Dean and Merle Evan. Marv loved farming with his dad and also enjoyed having his oldest son, David and his wife, Debra, join the farming operation. After Marv's health declined, he still enjoyed being outdoors and watching the crops grow. Marv made wonderful things with his hands, including jewelry out of the rocks and gems he collected; and restoring antique furniture, many pieces which are in his home. He also enjoyed restoring antique John Deere and Allis Chalmers tractors. Marv loved music of all kinds, was an avid reader of books on history and trains, and looked forward to going to Estes Park, Colorado every September to hike in the Colorado mountains. Marv was a member of the Fairmont Community Church for over 50 years, member of the church choir, administrative board, pastor parish relations committee, and was also instrumental in getting the towns two churches to merge. Over the years,m Marv was active in many organizations, serving as the leader of the Keep-em Growing 4-H Club for 18 years; President of the Fairmont School Board when the new high school was built; and served 32 years with the Fillmore County Fair Board, with 18 of those years being President. In 2003, he was presented the State Convention Fairperson of the Year award. He also actively served on the Shickley Irrigators Board; Fairmont Co-Op Board; West Blue Township; Committeeman for ASCS Office; and chartered the Fillmore County Pork Producer Association. Marvin was preceded in death by his parents, Cecil and Leone Swartz of Fairmont; and a sister-in-law, Karen Swartz of Omaha. He is survived by his wife, Delores Swartz of Fairmont; sons David and wife Debra Swartz of Henderson; Phillip and wife JoDeen Swartz of Exeter, and Merle Swartz of Fairmont; three grandchildren, Kelsey Kay, Tyler Dean and Trevor James Swartz; one brother, Ken Swartz and wife Kathy of Omaha, Nebraska; along with many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Fairmont Community Church in Fairmont, Friday, June 2, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. officiated by Rev. Dr. Raponzil Drake. Organist was Nancy Jo Galusha. Musical selections included "God of Peace and God of Glory," "Blessed Assurance," "The Ash Grove," "Joshua," "Wind Beneath My Wings," "Canticle of Love," "God Be With You 'til We Meet Again," and a trumpet solo: "When the Saints Go Marching In." Honorary Casket Bearers were Dave Bristol, Gary Dumpert, Paul Klinkebiel, Buck Roper, George Thompson, Larry Jenkins, Gene Nichols, Jerry Shaw, Kermit Smith; Grandpa's Special Joy (His Grandkids): Kelsey Kay, Tyler Dean and Trevor James. Private family graveside service was held at 9:30 a.m. Friday, June 2, 2006 at the Fairmont Public Cemetery. Married Delores Ronne on September 6, 1959. Father of David, Phillip, and Merle. Lot owner: Cecil and Marvin Swartz.

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Marvin Dean “Marv” Swartz's memorial is located at: Fairmont Cemetery, Fairmont, Fillmore County, USA.
When did Marvin Dean “Marv” Swartz death?
Marvin Dean “Marv” Swartz death on 29 May 2006 in Fairmont, Fillmore County, Nebraska, USA
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Latitude: 40.6267014
Longitude: -97.5674973

Family Members:

Parent

Cecil Edwin Swartz

(1913 - 1996)

Eleanor Leone “Leone” Swartz

(1914 - 2001)

Spouse

Delores Suzanne “Dee” Ronne Swartz

(1937 - 2022)

Siblings

Kenneth Edwin “Ken” Swartz

(1940 - 2011)

Children

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Fairmont Cemetery
Fairmont, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6267014, -97.5674973

2. Fairmont Catholic Cemetery
Fairmont, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6394005, -97.5689011

3. Roe Cemetery
Fairmont, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6912000, -97.5955000

4. Horton Cemetery
Exeter, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6911011, -97.5025024

5. Geneva Cemetery
Geneva, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5359900, -97.6064900

6. Pleasant Ridge Cemetery
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Coordinate: 40.7271996, -97.5511017

7. Exeter Cemetery
Exeter, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6521988, -97.4364014

8. Grafton Cemetery
Grafton, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6157990, -97.7106018

9. Holy Cross Cemetery
Grafton, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6150017, -97.7108002

10. Saint Josephs Cemetery
Geneva, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5184200, -97.6145000

11. Greenwood Cemetery
McCool Junction, York County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7282982, -97.6444016

12. McCool Junction Cemetery
McCool Junction, York County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7557983, -97.6063995

13. Holoch Cemetery
York County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7630997, -97.5207977

14. Lushton Cemetery
Lushton, York County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7125100, -97.7317100

15. Blue Valley Cemetery
York County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7571983, -97.4535980

16. Gilmore Cemetery
York County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7705994, -97.4847031

17. Chelsea Cemetery
Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4808006, -97.4882965

18. Turkey Creek Cemetery
Friend, Saline County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6042700, -97.3502200

19. Tvrz Cemetery
Friend, Saline County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5679700, -97.3618700

20. Bohemian Brethren Cemetery
Milligan, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5098300, -97.4058300

21. Kasak Cemetery
Friend, Saline County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5393000, -97.3683000

22. Mennonite Cemetery
Lushton, York County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7560997, -97.7391968

23. Saint Marys Cemetery
Shickley, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4816700, -97.7295400

24. Zion Lutheran Cemetery
Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate: 40.4668999, -97.7097015