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▰ Thomas Herman Schwertfeger Sr

Died August 05, … More Information
Thomas Herman Schwertfeger Sr went into the presence of the Lord on August 5, 1979 in Whittier, California.

▰ Stella Marie Schwertfeger

Died June 05, … More Information
Stella Marie Schwertfeger, of Simi Valley, California, entered into eternal rest June 5, 2006. Stella was 96.
Obituary published: June 06, 2006 in "Ventura C-S"

▰ Jon Stephen Schwertfeger

Died July 10, … More Information
Jon Stephen Schwertfeger, born January 1, 1948 died on July 10, 2014 in Calimesa, California. Jon was 66. Tags: #Claremont #School #California #Southern #Edison #Steve #Farmers #Banning #Mercedes- #Shirley #Solo #Cooper #Schwertfeger #Jeff #Sean #Billy #Jennifer #Blain #Alec #Attilynn #Lilly #Weaver #Beaumont
Obituary: Jon Stephen Schwertfeger, 66, of Calimesa, California, after a long battle with cancer, passed away , 10, 2014, at his home in Calimesa.

Steve was born in Pomona, California on 1, 1948, to the late Stella Schwertfeger and the late Albert Schwertfeger. He was a graduate of Claremont High School in Claremont, California.

Steve was a loyal and dedicated entrepreneur in the insurance industry for 42 years. He was a self made business man; owned liquor stores and worked with Southern California Edison before getting into insurance. In 2009, Steve opened Farmers Insurance in Banning, California.

Steve loved bowling and had many perfect games. He loved all outdoor activities, but his greatest passions were his flowers and trees. No matter where he lived, Steve always planted his myrtle trees. He loved fine wine and fine restaurants, enjoyed his prime rib or rib eyes and enjoyed cruising in his Mercedes-Benz. Most of all, Steve loved his wife Shirley and was a wonderful husband, friend and partner. He was the voice of reason, always dependable, calm, cool, collected, hardworking and dedicated. Steve was a soft spoken warm gentle giant, trustworthy and by the books. He always wanted to do things the right way. Steve's friendliness and kindness to all people, and his devotion and love for his pets, Solo and Cooper, as well as to his family, is a tribute to the beauty of his heart and soul. His inspiring presence will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege to have known him.

Steve is survived by his wife of 16 years, Shirley Ann Schwertfeger; children Jeff and Sean Schwertfeger and Billy and Jennifer Espinosa; his grandchildren Blain and Alec Schwertfeger and his great grandchildren Attilynn and Lilly.

Memorial service , 26, 2014, at 1:00pm at Weaver Mortuary, 1177 Beaumont Avenue, Beaumont, California.

were entrusted to Weaver Mortuary, Beaumont, California.

▰ Jon Stephen Schwertfeger

Died July 10, … More Information
Jon Stephen Schwertfeger, born January 1, 1948 went to be with the Lord on July 10, 2014 in Beaumont, California. Jon was 66.
Family members and close friends: , Tina Snider, Sam Sator, Harlan Brooks, Billy Garcia, Rosemary Gourley, Diane & Tim Boyer, Marsha Taylor, David Cook, Cal & Carole Heptinstall, Nancy Schwartz, Fred/sheri Gourley, Sarkis&beatrice Daglian, Melinda Neilinger, Wendy Knight, Deb And Jim Arensdorf, Tawnie & Dan Winder, Brad And Colleen Forsyth, Tony And Sandy Ledonne, Melanie Orr, Diana Rodela, Larry & Cici Beebe, Raffi & Marsha Barsamian, Ali English, District 30 Farmers Insurance, Jessica Debuano, Yale Long, Dewey & Joyce Allen, Brad Skoda, Jennifer Espinosa, Don Torres, Mateo Frazier, Shirley Schwertfeger, Blake Oberle, Jennifer Hand, Randy Broman, Chuck & Colleen Barretto, Kyl Myers, Lloyd Pace, Barbette Mobeck, Diane Heath, Pauline Sung, Mary & Jerry Humphries, Peggy Gourley

▰ James Robert Schwertfeger

Died February 12, … More Information
James Robert Schwertfeger, of California, born in Kansas City, Missouri, entered Heaven's gates on February 12, 2008. James was 72.
Obituary published: February 13, 2008 in "Daily Press"

▰ Arthur R c Travis Schwertfeger

Died July 25, … More Information
Arthur R c Travis Schwertfeger, born September 6, 1951 left us to live with the Father in his new eternal home July 25, 2017 in Salinas, California. Arthur was 65. Tags: #Naples #Italy #Munich #Germany #Mickey #Perry #Marshall #School #Fitch #Seaside #Monterey #Laude #University #California #Angeles #Unified #District #Bruins #Miriam #Marisa #Military #Degree #Knights #Columbus #Arthur #Schwertfeger #Ernest #Merkle #Thomas #Magdalena #Cecilia #Thaddeus #Xavier #Teresa #Rosary #Vigil #General #Moore #Diocese #Montereys #Opportunity
Obituary: Arthur Travis R.C. Schwertfeger, Jr., died 25, 2017, while on vacation in Naples, Italy.


R.C. was born in Munich, Germany, on 6, 1951, to Mickey and Perry Schwertfeger. He attended Marshall Elementary School, Fitch Middle School, Seaside High School (Class of 1969), Monterey Peninsula (Class of 1971) and graduated Cum Laude from the University of California at Los Angeles in 1973. Upon graduation, he received his teaching credential and returned to the Monterey Peninsula. He went on to devote his life to education, teaching for the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District for over 30 years. He retired in 2011.


R.C. was a standout football and baseball player at Seaside High School and Monterey Peninsula . He went on to be the starting catcher for the UCLA Bruins. His love of sports endured. He coached basketball and baseball at Seaside High School.


R.C. was a devoted husband and father. He married his high school sweetheart, Miriam Mimi McKenzie, on 22, 1974. In 1980, they welcomed their only child, Marisa.


R.C. was a devoted lay minister at Ord Military Chapel and 3rd Degree member of the Knights of Columbus.


He is predeceased by his parents, Arthur Travis Mickey Schwertfeger, Sr. and Perry Demas Schwertfeger, and his brother, Ernest Schwertfeger. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Miriam Mimi Schwertfeger, daughter Marisa Schwertfeger Merkle, son-in-law Thomas Merkle, and five grandchildren, Magdalena, Cecilia, Thaddeus, Xavier Travis and Teresa.


A Rosary and Vigil will be held , 8, from 5:30 pm-7:30 pm. The funeral mass will be held , 9, at 11:00 am. Both will take place at Ord Military Chapel, 4280 General Jim Moore Blvd, Seaside, CA 93955.


In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider a donation to the Diocese of Montereys Tuition Opportunity Program: TOP, P.O. Box 2048, Monterey, CA 93942.

▰ Arthur R c Travis Schwertfeger Jr

Died July 25, … More Information
Arthur R c Travis Schwertfeger Jr , born September 6, 1951 left earthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home July 25, 2017 in Seaside, California. Arthur was 65.
Family members and close friends: , Brenda Thomas, Stella ( Nocis ) Bennett, Sue Nista, Stephanie Foraker, Jerry Klarsfeld, Joan Wood, Illona Cooper, Veneta Clewis-courtney, Earl ( E24 ) Altshuler, Lara Thompson, Jovencia ( Viray ) Williams, Domenick Feola, Christine Warde, Lionel Mosley, Betty Yancey ( Harvey ), Fr Patrick Dooling, David Greenwell, Milt Younkin, Sr . Teresa Mcshane, Roger O'sullivan, Cheryl Burwell, Gwen Harper-metoyer, Joanne Gross, Gwen Leebradford, Carolyn Gallego, Ronnie Johnson, Panganiban Family, Donovan Md William B, Roelof Virginia Jessica Wijbrandus

▰ Arthur Schwertfeger

Died January 19, … More Information
Arthur Schwertfeger, of Laguna Hills, California, went into the presence of the Lord on January 19, 1997. Arthur was 87.
Obituary published: January 20, 1997 in "Orange Co R"

▰ Annie Irene (Pontley) Schwertfeger

Died December 12, … More Information
Annie Irene (Pontley) Schwertfeger, of California, born in Dallas, Texas, joined the Lord December 12, 2005. Annie was 80.
Obituary published: December 13, 2005 in "Modesto Bee"

▰ Keith D Schwert

Died January 01, … More Information
Keith D Schwert, born October 25, 1940 died January 1, 2015 in Hollister, California. Keith was 74.

▰ William Francis Schwerm

Died October 10, … More Information
William Francis Schwerm, born August 2, 1946 passed away peacefully October 10, 2011 in Morgan Hill, California. William was 65.

▰ Wilfred Martin Schwerin

Died July 03, … More Information
Wilfred Martin Schwerin, 98, of San Mateo, California gained his wings on July 3, 2010.
Obituary published: July 04, 2010 in "San Mateo T"

▰ Nellie Edith (Hadley) Schwerin

Died February 17, … More Information
Nellie Edith (Hadley) Schwerin, age 29 of San Francisco, California, entered the Kingdom of Heaven February 17, 1896.
Obituary published: February 18, 1896 in "San Francisco C"

▰ Mary A Schwerin

Died July 14, … More Information
Mary A Schwerin, a resident of Chino Falls, California for decades, died July 14, 1999 in Chino Falls, California at the age of 86.
Obituary published: July 15, 1999 in "Inland Valley D-B"

▰ Margot Schwerin

Died October 01, … More Information
Margot Schwerin, born May 11, 1922 died on October 1, 2016 in Westminster, California. Margot was 94.

▰ Margot Schwerin

Died October 01, … More Information
Margot Schwerin, born May 11, 1922 went to be with her Lord and Savior October 1, 2016 in Westminster, California. Margot was 94.

▰ Lotte Schwerin

Died July 15, … More Information
Lotte Schwerin passed away July 15, 1996 in Greenbare, California.
Obituary published: July 16, 1996 in "Independent Journal"

▰ Kenneth F Schwerin

Died July 04, … More Information
Kenneth F Schwerin, of California, born in Gary, Indiana, passed from this world into the next July 4, 2000. Kenneth was 52.
Obituary published: July 05, 2000 in "San Jose M-N"

▰ Kenneth F Schwerin

Died July 03, … More Information
Kenneth F Schwerin, age 52 of California, born in Indiana, joined the Lord July 3, 2000.
Obituary published: July 04, 2000 in "San Jose M-N"

▰ Kenneth F Schwerin

Died July 04, … More Information
Kenneth F Schwerin, of California, born in Indiana, entered Heaven's gates on July 4, 2000. Kenneth was 52.
Obituary published: July 05, 2000 in "The Daily Review"

▰ Kenneth F Schwerin

Died July 03, … More Information
Kenneth F Schwerin, of California, born in Gary, Indiana, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before Kenneth July 3, 2000. Kenneth was 52.
Obituary published: July 04, 2000 in "The Daily Review"

▰ Kenneth F Schwerin

Died July 04, … More Information
Kenneth F Schwerin, age 52 of California, born in Indiana, died on July 4, 2000.
Obituary published: July 05, 2000 in "Oakland Tribune"

▰ Kenneth F Schwerin

Died July 03, … More Information
Kenneth F Schwerin, of California, born in Gary, Indiana, joined the Lord July 3, 2000. Kenneth was 52.
Obituary published: July 04, 2000 in "Oakland Tribune"

▰ Gloria M (Armella) Schwerin

Died April 29, … More Information
Gloria M (Armella) Schwerin, 80, of California departed this life April 29, 2008.
Obituary published: April 30, 2008 in "Contra Costa"

▰ Blanche Barbara Schwerin

Died January 03, … More Information
Blanche Barbara Schwerin, of California, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home January 3, 1996. Blanche was 77.
Obituary published: January 04, 1996 in "San Diego U-T"

▰ Lynn L Schweri

Died June 01, … More Information
Lynn L Schweri, 74, of Santa Maria, California departed this life June 1, 2012.
Obituary published: June 02, 2012 in "Santa Maria Times"

▰ Roy George Schwerdtmann

Died November 19, … More Information
Roy George Schwerdtmann, of California, born in Missouri, entered eternal life November 19, 2014. Roy was 92.
Obituary published: November 20, 2014 in "RBNJ"

▰ Robert Eugene Schwerdtfeger

Died May 08, … More Information
Robert Eugene Schwerdtfeger, age 70 of Modesto, California, departed this life Sunday May 8, 2008.
Obituary published: May 09, 2008 in "Modesto Bee"

▰ Raymond Lester Schwerdtfeger

Died June 10, … More Information
Raymond Lester Schwerdtfeger went into the presence of the Lord on June 10, 2002 in California.
Obituary published: June 11, 2002 in "Kansasn (KS)"

▰ Raul V Schwerdtfeger

Died April 04, … More Information
Raul V Schwerdtfeger, age 75 of California, passed from this life on April 4, 2007.
Obituary published: April 05, 2007 in "Times-Star"

▰ Raul V Schwerdtfeger

Died April 03, … More Information
Raul V Schwerdtfeger, age 75 of California, passed from this world into the next April 3, 2007.
Obituary published: April 04, 2007 in "Times-Star"

▰ Michael Raymond Schwerdtfeger

Died September 19, … More Information
Michael Raymond Schwerdtfeger, of Boulder Creek, California, entered eternal life September 19, 2006. Michael was 41.
Obituary published: September 20, 2006 in "Santa Cruz S"

▰ Michael Raymond Schwerdtfeger

Died September 20, … More Information
Michael Raymond Schwerdtfeger, of Boulder Creek, California, entered Heaven's gates on September 20, 2006. Michael was 41.
Obituary published: September 21, 2006 in "San Jose M-N"

▰ Louisa Hildegarde (Anderson) Schwerdtfeger

Died January 08, … More Information
Louisa Hildegarde (Anderson) Schwerdtfeger, of California, born in Kansas City, Missouri, entered into eternal rest January 8, 2002. Louisa was 100.
Obituary published: January 09, 2002 in "Merced Sun Star"

▰ Louisa Hildegarde (Anderson) Schwerdtfeger

Died January 09, … More Information
Louisa Hildegarde (Anderson) Schwerdtfeger, age 100 of California, born in Kansas City, Missouri, entered eternal life January 9, 2002.
Obituary published: January 10, 2002 in "Salina Journal (KS)"

▰ Jacqueline (Reynolds) Schwerdtfeger

Died December 01, … More Information
Jacqueline (Reynolds) Schwerdtfeger, of California, born in Washington, entered the Kingdom of Heaven December 1, 2000. Jacqueline was 78.
Obituary published: December 02, 2000 in "Contra Costa"

▰ Jack Schwerdtfeger

Died September 23, … More Information
Jack Schwerdtfeger, of California, born in Davernport, Iowa, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord September 23, 2008. Jack was 73.
Obituary published: September 24, 2008 in "PE"

▰ Irene May Schwerdtfeger

Died November 19, … More Information
Irene May Schwerdtfeger, of Cocoran, California, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord November 19, 2001. Irene was 63.
Obituary published: November 20, 2001 in "OCR"

▰ Hildegarde (Anderson) Schwerdtfeger

Died January 09, … More Information
Hildegarde (Anderson) Schwerdtfeger, age 100 of California, born in Missouri, entered eternal life January 9, 2002.
Obituary published: January 10, 2002 in "Topeka C-J (KS)"

▰ Erika Schwerdtfeger

Died August 19, … More Information
Erika Schwerdtfeger, 75, of Ventura, California, left her earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home August 19, 2011.
Obituary published: August 20, 2011 in "Ventura C-S"

▰ Erika Schwerdtfeger

Died August 17, … More Information
Erika Schwerdtfeger, age 75 of Ventura, California, gained her wings on August 17, 2011.
Obituary published: August 18, 2011 in "Ventura C-S"

▰ Erika "Tenache Turtle Woman" Schwerdtfeger

Died August 18, … More Information
Erika "Tenache Turtle Woman" Schwerdtfeger, age 75 of Ventura, California, passed from this life on August 18, 2011.
Obituary published: August 19, 2011 in "Ventura C-S"

▰ Donald W Schwerdtfeger

Died April 19, … More Information
Donald W Schwerdtfeger, born July 23, 1925 passed away peacefully April 19, 2015 in Merced, California. Donald was 89. Tags: #Henry #Hildegarde #Greenleaf #Kansas #Sharon #Navy #Dolores #Bach #Boeing #Wichita #Merced #California #Collins #Local #Catholic #Lady #Mercy #Parish #Knights #Columbus #American #Post #Club #Society #Habitat #Humanity #Cluster #South #Janet #Atwater #Smoljan #Clovis #Debra #Loretta #Cindy #Modesto #Donald #Schwerdtfeger #Winton #Mary #Greg #Frances #Velma #Manhatten #Larry #Clara #Westmoreland #Karen #Gary #Stratford #Street #Vigil #With #East #Avenue #Mass #Evergreen #Park #Hinds #West #Mission #Dignity #Anberry #Hospital #Pena
Obituary: Donald W. (Dutch) Schwerdfeger passed away 19, 2015 at Park Merced after a lengthy illness. He was born 23, 1925 to Henry and Hildegarde Schwerdtfeger in Greenleaf, Kansas where he lived with his parents and sister Sharon.

Dutch was a WWII Navy Veteran who served as a radio communication dispatcher. serving in the military, he returned to Greenleaf where he met and married his loving wife, Dolores Jean Bach.

He worked for Boeing Aircraft in Wichita, Kansas and then transferred to Merced, California in 1959. In 1962, he held various jobs until his employment with Collins Electric where he was a well-known respected journeyman in the IBEW, Local 684. He retired from Collins Electric in 1989.

Dutch was a devout Catholic and a long-time member of Our Lady of Mercy/St. Patricks Parish. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, American Legion Post #83, Club Mercedes, St. Vincent DePaul Society, and a volunteer for Habitat for Humanity. His hobbies included carpentry, gardening, dancing, and traveling. He also liked watching NASCAR racing and sports. He really enjoyed playing cards and board games with family and friends.

Dutch was preceded in death by his parents and his wife Dolores after 60 years of marriage. He is survived by his sister, Sharon Killman (Melvin) of Cluster, South Dakota; his 9 children, Janet West of Atwater; Kay Smoljan (Dave) of Clovis, Debra Rich (Randy) of Clovis, Loretta Contreras (Les) of Merced, Cindy Schwerdtfeger of Modesto, Donald Schwerdtfeger of Merced, Tim Schwerdtfeger of Winton, Mary Watts (Marc) of Clovis, and Greg Schwerdtfeger (Shirley) of Winton; dear companion, Frances Scorby of Merced; fifteen grandchildren; twenty-four great grandchildren; in-laws, Velma Osborn of Manhatten, Kansas, Larry and Clara Bach of Westmoreland, Kansas, Karen and Gary Ubben of Wichita, Kansas; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A visitation will be held on , 23, 2015 from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at Stratford Evans Merced , 1490 B Street Merced. The Vigil Service With Rosary will held on , 23, 2015 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Patricks Catholic Church, 671 East Yosemite Avenue Merced. The Mass will be held on , 24, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Patricks Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Evergreen Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hinds Hospice, 410 West Main St. Merced, CA 95340, or Merced Rescue Mission, P.O. Box 3319, Merced, Ca 95340.

The Schwerdtfeger family would like to thank Frances Scorby, Park Merced, Dignity Mercy Medical , Anberry Rehabilitation Hospital, Dr. Dela Pena, Dr. Leong, and Dr. Nandipatti for the service and loving care they provided to their father. Dutch will be dearly missed by all for he never knew a stranger.

▰ Donald W (Dutch) Schwerdtfeger

Died April 19, … More Information
Donald W (Dutch) Schwerdtfeger, born July 23, 1925 went into the presence of the Lord on April 19, 2015 in Merced, California. Donald was 89.
Family members and close friends: , Patty Jones, Becki York, Connie Hamilton, Jessica Schwerdtfeger, Michael Lewis, Ann Baucom, Debbie Dunn, Kim Dority, Tom And Cathy Osborn, Stratford Evans Funeral Chapel, R.r. Villegas, Jr. Sgt. Usmc/veteran, Karen Zigerelli, Dee Dee Stimmel Barnes, Cathy Bach, Connie Gilliland, Beverly Stigge

▰ Dolores Jean (Bach) Schwerdtfeger

Died August 08, … More Information
Dolores Jean (Bach) Schwerdtfeger, of California, born in Oneta, Kansas, died on August 8, 2008. Dolores was 77.
Obituary published: August 09, 2008 in "Merced Sun Star"

▰ Dolores Jean (Bach) Schwerdtfeger

Died August 07, … More Information
Dolores Jean (Bach) Schwerdtfeger, of California, born in Oneta, Kansas, left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home August 7, 2008. Dolores was 77.
Obituary published: August 08, 2008 in "Merced Sun Star"

▰ Christian "Chris" Schwerdtfeger

Died October 07, … More Information
Christian "Chris" Schwerdtfeger, of California, entered Heaven's gates on October 7, 2011. Christian was 75.
Obituary published: October 08, 2011 in "Ventura C-S"

▰ Christian "Chris" Schwerdtfeger

Died October 06, … More Information
Christian "Chris" Schwerdtfeger, age 75 of California, went to be with the Lord on October 6, 2011.
Obituary published: October 07, 2011 in "Ventura C-S"

▰ Christian "Chris" Schwerdtfeger

Died October 05, … More Information
Christian "Chris" Schwerdtfeger, age 75 of California, passed from this life on October 5, 2011.
Obituary published: October 06, 2011 in "Ventura C-S"

▰ Robert A Schwerdt

Died August 13, … More Information
Robert A Schwerdt, 71, of Carmichael, California departed this life August 13, 2004.
Obituary published: August 14, 2004 in "Sacramento Bee"
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