Ronny Lee Schwartz
July 2, 1945 ~ September 22, 2024
Born in:
Steele, North Dakota
Resided in:
Vergas, Minnesota
Ronny’s service will be livestreamed below at 5:00 PM on Friday, September 27, 2024:
Ronny Lee Schwartz, our beloved Dad, Grandpa, and all-around go-to guy for fixing just about anything, peacefully passed away at his lake home on Loon Lake near Vergas, MN, on Sunday, September 22, 2024. True to form, he was surrounded by family, friends, and a to-do list that still had a couple things left to cross off.
Born on July 2, 1945, in Steele, ND, to Christ and Lydia (Streyle) Schwartz, Ron was the youngest of 11 kids. The family farmed in Tuttle, ND before moving to Fargo in 1950. As a child Ron spent his summers helping his older siblings with work on their farms. Ron graduated from Central High School in 1963. He married Carol Ann Henne on May 1, 1965, and together they raised two kids, Lee and Tari.
Ron proudly served in the North Dakota Army National Guard for six years and worked at Cass County Highway Department and UPS before putting his entrepreneurial hat on, founding All-New Gutter Service, Raindrop Rentals, and Valley Gutter Service before settling into the good life at the lake upon retirement.
His lake home was his pride and joy – a place where laughter echoed, memories were made, and chores were part of the fun. For nearly 60 years, his 1964 Pontiac LeMans convertible was his sidekick, cruising to car shows and parades, top down and smiles up. Ron loved hunting, fishing, and traveling with friends. There wasn’t a Raiders game he’d miss – a big fan after his time spent with Errol Mann during his Guard years who later went on to become a kicker for the team. Ron was a lifelong member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church and proud AmVets lifetime member.
He’s survived by his son, Lee Schwartz; daughter & son-in-law, Tari & Steve Wieers; grandkids, Connor (Mercedes) Wieers, Katie Wieers, Hunter Schwartz, and Bella Schwartz; sisters, Betty Berg and Delores Wagner; sister-in-law, Ann Schwartz; brother-in-law, Joe Schaff; and many nieces and nephews. Waiting to greet him in heaven are his parents; siblings, Marcella (Reuben), Sharon, Gladys, Ida (Irv), Ruby, Albert, and Harold; and brother-in-law, Marvin.
Services
Celebration of Life - Friday: September 27, 2024 5:00 pm
Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
701-237-6441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
Visitation - Friday: September 27, 2024 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
701-237-6441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
I grew up with Ron, and he installed the gutters at my lake home on Little Cormorant Lake. A good guy!! RIP Ron!
Janet Lulay RIP Ron
Had many good times on 24th Ave with Ron and Carol. Always had a smile on his face. Prayers to the family
Steve and Lori Mitchell
Tari and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Sending love and prayers during this time and always.
The Youngs Family
Ron and I had graduated together at Central High School, and he always had that “Honest smile”. We have done business together and friendships over these many years and he was a very honorable man. We send our personal feelings; I will miss him!
Though I hadn’t seen Ron in many years I’ve always remembered him very well and very fondly. The many times we all shared together at the lake in the summer or riding snowmobiles in the winter so many years ago will always be special and some of my favorite childhood memories. He was such a kind and good man. Our best to all of you.
Craig and Lori Malvey