Marvin Schwartz, age 87, of Auburndale, FL, formally of Skokie, IL, passed away on August 28, 2020. He was a beloved husband, owner of M&J Glass and best friend of 54 years to the late Joyce (nee Zolonz).
After Marvin graduated Senn High School, he became a glazier apprentice at 17 and a member of Glaziers Union Local #27 and Int’l Union of Painters and Allied Trades #14. He was a Master Sargent in the US Army during the Korean war and was fortunate to be a part of Lake County Honor Flight #13 in 2018. Marvin was the Director of Skokie Civil Defense for over 20 years. His ultimate passion was fishing; he was a member of Salmon Unlimited and the Evanston Boat Ramp Assn.
Marvin was the father of Sherry (David) Besser and Caryn (Gary) Watson, proud “Papa” of Bryan (Emily), Samantha, Amanda, Jess and Daniel. Marvin will be deeply missed by his many close friends and family, especially his loyal companion, Sweety.
Due to Covid-19, a private memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in Marvin’s name can be made to Lake County Honor Flight, PO Box 1187, North Chicago, IL, 60064, or to Orphans of the Storm, 2200 Riverwoods Road, Deerfield, IL, 60015.
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