Dale Schwartz

The memorial service for Dale Schwartz, of Bertha, will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 23, at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Eagle Bend, with Pastor Justin Hesterman presiding. Visitation will be held at the church on Saturday from 10:00 AM until the time of service. Dale, age 81, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 19, 2016, at his home in Bertha, MN. Dale Franklin Schwartz was born to Fredrick and Iona (Johnson) Schwartz on March 11, 1934 in Bertha Township, Todd County, MN. He was baptized as a child and confirmed March 1963 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Eagle Bend. Dale attended District 121 Country School through 8th grade, and graduated from Bertha High School in 1953. He farmed with his dad until April 1959, when he enlisted in the U.S. Army. He was involved in the Heavy Artillery Units of the various bases he was stationed at and was honorably discharged in May 1965. Dale married Pauline Hamann, of Wadena, on September 1, 1962, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Deer Creek. They purchased Dale’s parents’ farm south of Bertha, and were blessed with four children. Dale farmed and drove milk truck for Eagle Bend, Rose City, F&A, and Wegleitner (Kraft) for over 24 years. After retiring, he delivered Meals on Wheels and worked as a janitor at the Bertha-Hewitt School until his health forced him to formally retire. Dale was an active member of the American Legion Post 366 of Bertha. He enjoyed working with the Boy Scouts, hunting, and fishing. He also enjoyed cooking and baking, making all kinds of cookies at Christmas time. Dale loved to do wood-working projects and made many beautiful gifts. He was especially happy when spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Dale was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Wallace, Leroy and Donald; sisters-in-law Lorayne, Ethel, and Dorothy; and nephew Richard Schwartz. He is survived by his wife Pauline; sons Robert (Nancy) of Becker, Randy (Julie) of Mapleton, Steven of St. Cloud; daughter Vicki (David) Montgomery of Monticello; grandchildren Josie (Jason), Amanda, Jonathan, Shana (Kim), Jamie (Jennifer), Bobbie (Matt), Christina (Karl), Mariah, Justin, Derek, and Benjamin; great-grandchildren Archie, Blake, Evelyn, Hannah, William, Alexandra, and Amelia; brothers Roger (Catherine), and Bill; along with many nieces and nephews. Honorary pallbearers will be Dale’s grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Burial will be held at a later date in Emmanuel Episcopal Cemetery, Eagle Bend, MN. Military honors will be provided by the William Larson Post 366, American Legion, Bertha, MN.

Dale Schwartz

March 11, 1934 - January 19, 2016