Service Information
Jacob Schwarze, age 35, of Stewart, Minnesota, passed away Friday, December 28, 2018, at his home.
Funeral Services will be held on Friday, January 4, 2019, at 11:00 A.M. at Bethlehem United Methodist Church in Hutchinson, with spring interment at Sumter Cemetery, Sumter Township.
Visitation will be held on, Thursday, January 3, 2019, from 4:00-7:00 P.M. at the Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson and one hour prior to the service at the church.
Obituary
Jacob “Jake” Schwarze was born on August 13, 1983, in Buffalo, Minnesota. He was the son of Allen “Bear” Schwarze and Diane (Bell) Schwarze. Jake was baptized as an infant at Zion Methodist Church in Brownton, Minnesota. He received his education in Brownton, and was a graduate of the McLeod West High School, Class of 2002. He continued his education at Ridgewater College in Willmar, Minnesota, receiving his Auto Mechanic Degree.
Jake was employed as an Auto Technician at Crow River Auto in Hutchinson for 16 years. He was an active member and past board member of the Brownton Rod and Gun Club.
As a child, Jake lived in Brownton, Minnesota and later moved to Stewart, Minnesota. Gardening and fishing were a few of his favorite hobbies along with showing his pony “Snow Ball”. Jake also enjoyed garden tractor pulling with his uncle and aunt, Mark and JoAnn. He won a Regional Championship in 1999 with his Toro Wheelhorse tractor, “Showtime”.
Jake hunted bear with his neighbor and good friend, Sheridan Petersen, shooting a 250 lb. bear; and enjoyed talking farming with him. He loved jigsaw puzzles and children; and children loved Jake. Jake kept his bird feeders full so they would come in and feed. A favorite of his was a family of cardinals that nested in a nearby tree.
In the summer months, Jake would get the grill and smoker ready making delicious grilled turkeys, steaks, and burgers; smoked salmon and beef sticks.
Jake cherished time spent with his family and friends. Above all, Jake loved to socialize.
Jake passed away on Friday, December 28, 2018, at his home, at the age of 35 years.
Blessed be his memory.
Jake is survived by his:
Mother, Diane Schwarze of Stewart, MN;
Uncles, Kirk Bell of Stewart, MN,
Wayne Schwarze, and his wife, Geri, of Brownton, MN;
Aunts, JoAnn Bishman, and her husband, Mark, of Stewart, MN,
Sharon Schwarze of Hutchinson, MN,
Barb Holmberg of PA.
Special Friend, Laura Mallak, and her son, Tobias, of Biscay, MN.
Many cousins and friends.
Jake is preceded in death by his Father, Allen “Bear” Schwarze; Cousins, Brian Schwarze, Paul Ketchersid, and Tim Holmberg; Aunts, Norma Ketchersid, Cindy Meyer, and Ronda Bell; Uncles, Thomas Schwarze, and Gerald Schwarze.
Jackie and Adrian Hoffman says
Diane I am so sorry to here about Jake passing away I have been messaging Shawn and she told us what happened. I want to tell you how sad my heart is right now and I hope you can get past this sad time and think about all the wonderful times and laughter you had with Jake. May God wrap his arms around you during this sad time and years to come.
Janice, Joe, Christopher says
So sorry Diane. Haven’t even begun to get past Pete and now Jacob. God has plans!
Jill Mackenthun says
Diane ~ I am truly sorry for your loss. I got to know Jake when he was on the Brownton R & G board. He was a pleasant young lad, and I enjoyed talking to him. May Our Lord surround you with His Love and Healing.
Daric Rosenau says
Diane, jake was one of my best friends through our school years. He was a great inspiration to me growing up. I know we kinda went our own ways after school but Jake always has a special place in my heart. I know we haven’t seen each other as much as I would’ve liked but this is heartbreaking just as if I seen him yesterday. Prayers are being sent up. Love jake and your family always. Daric.
Diana lindeman says
Diane, im so very sorry for your loss!! prayers going up for you and hugs coming down!!
Dave Kulberg says
I know Jake as a mechanic / auto technician at Crow River Auto since he first started working there. He was a top notch guy and mechanic. Certainly knew how to do the job right and took pride in what he did.
I will really miss seeing and talking with Jake. He was one special guy!
Dave Kulberg
Lori Washburn says
Diane, my deepest sympathy to you.I met Jake through Ross at Crow River when they worked together. He was a hardworking young man. Jake and Ross became very good friends and spent a lot of time talking to each other. Ross will truly miss his best buddy. Prayers for you. Jake was a great man with a huge heart!!
Carol Dwinnell says
Diane, So sorry to hear of your son’s passing you are in our thoughts and prayers . Brett and Carol Dwinnell
Steph Willkens says
Diane,
I am so sorry for the loss of Jake. He was a classmate of mine growing up and always had the most caring heart. It saddens me to see such a great person go at such a young age. Sympathies to you and the family of Jake.
Diane Doring says
Diane, just found out about Jake. So sorry to her that. You have had a couple bad years here. I hope things will some day be better i know ot will tske time and take all you need. Someday maybe a little smile will come back. Hold tight to memories and preople to get through and I wish you well time will help but you will always miss them.