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John SCHWALL Obituary

SCHWALL, John William

Age 97, of Monroe, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, November 18, 2020, at Atrium Medical Center. John was born March 28, 1923, in Middletown, Ohio, to Harvey Raymond and

Mildred Dorothy (Lees) Schwall. John served in the U.S. Army during World War II in the 78th Division as a Staff Sergeant. John was also in the U.S. Army Reserve for several years. He worked as a draftsman at Shartle Brothers Machine Company and then had a career of 33 years at G.E. Evendale, Ohio, as a Design Draftsman. His many interests were dominated by his pride in the extra class ham radio license call sign W8JAQ. His activity lasted 70 years! John was a member of the Masons, The American Legion, and Dial Radio Club. John is survived by his wife of 66 years, Norma (Baker) Schwall of Monroe, Ohio, and his son, Mark Alan Schwall. He is preceded in death by his parents Harvey and Mildred Schwall. Per John's request, there will be a graveside service on Monday at 10:00 a.m. at North Monroe Cemetery, 301 N Main St, Monroe, OH 45050 with Jerry Minor officiating. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.baker-stevens.com.



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Published by Journal-News on Nov. 22, 2020.

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Jeff & Judy Wittman

January 12, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. You will be missed. I am glad to have known you as my neighbor and will cherish the times we shared our military and GE background talking under your big shade tree's in your back yard. May you rest in peace.

Norma & Jack Burks

November 22, 2020

Uncle John was a wonderful man!! I have missed seeing him & Aunt Norma so much over the years. Aunt Norma & Mark are both in my thoughts and prayers especially so at this time!!

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