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John Schwarz Obituary

John C. SCHWARZ John C. Schwarz of Issaquah, WA and formerly of Great Falls, MT, passed away at his home in Issaquah of natural causes on January 17, 2011, at the age of 70. John was born in New York City to Mary DuBois Schwarz and Frederick A.O. Schwarz. John was the great-grandson of the founder of FAO Schwarz Toy Store. After graduating from Carleton College, he pursued his lifelong dream to move to Montana as a rancher. In later years, he worked in the organic food industry in Montana, St. Petersburg, Russia, and Washington State. He is survived by his son, Philip Schwarz of Houston, TX and daughter, Sasha Price of Concord, CA, and three grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Friends are invited to share memories and sign the family's online guestbook at www.flintofts.com. Gifts can be made in his memory to Carleton College, Gift Accounting; 1-CENREC, 1 N College St., Northfield, MN 55057

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Published by The Seattle Times on Jan. 29, 2011.

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Yucel Ceylan

November 1, 2016

I have met John surprisingly in St.Petersburg / Russia due to a organic food project in 2004. Imagine him wearing his cowboy hat and driving his giant American SUV in the streets of Russia! He was a happy man and it was great to listen to his memories back in Montana and his comparisons regarding American vs. Russian style of life. So sorry to learn about his passing away. My condolences to his family.

Ted Wendell

February 4, 2011

John Schwarz was a classmate from Milton Academy who lived a 'bigger than life' existence. Whether he was ranching in Montana, farming in Russia or pursuing other enterprises, he had an enthusiasm that was palpable. The class of '58 will miss him.

Ray and Diane Young

January 30, 2011

It is with sadness that I found an obituary notice in the Gt. Falls Tribune this morning. John Schwarz, a long time member of our Friday AM discussion group, a world entrepreneur and a true Montanan.



We always enjoyed his contributions and unique point of view which was a true joy to our group. His adventures in Russia post break-up growing cranberries were always fascinating. His love of organic processed berries was what brought him back to our group only to move on to Washington to pursue additional opportunities. I hope he was able to develop his Montana history to a state where it can be published.



He will be missed by all who knew him.

Ray and Diane Young

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