Passed away on his birthday, July 9, 2017 at the age of 78. Survived by his brother Gary (Yvonne) Schwertfeger and his two sisters Faith (John) Norton and Lyla Schroeder. Further survived by his loving niece Heather, other nieces and nephews, special grand-nephew Grant, beloved cousin Ralph and family, many other cousins and dear friends. Visitation at St. John's Lutheran Church (10302 S. 27th St, Oak Creek) on Monday, July 17 from 1 to 2 pm with a service to follow.