John Schwarz's obituary , Passed away on January 2, 2026 in Chatham, Ontario

John Schwarz

1943 - January 2, 2026

Chatham, Ontario

John Schwarz's obituary , Passed away on January 2, 2026 in Chatham, Ontario

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McKinlay Funeral Home - Chatham

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John Schwarz

1943 - January 2, 2026

Chatham, Ontario

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John Schwarz Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on January 2, 2026 we had to say goodbye to John Schwarz of Chatham, Ontario. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Otto Schwarz and Mary Schwarz; his former wife Linda Campbell (Pinsonneault); and his siblings, Joanne Charron (Gene) and Terry Schwarz.

He is survived by: his significant other Geraldine Douez; his children, Laurie Schwarz (Scott Ball) and Carie Hughey (Dennis); his grandchildren, Jacob Hughey and Lily Carroll; and his siblings, Margaret Wattenburg, Bill Schwarz (Dianne), Carol Stover (Larry) and Doug Schwarz. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, friends.

Donations made in memory of John to the Chatham-Kent Hospice Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
McKinlay Funeral Home - Chatham



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