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Lenora Schwartz Obituary

SCHWARTZ, Lenora M. (1931-2010) Lenora was born February 21st, 1931 and raised in Fairfield, WA. Her life was filled with a love of family and a dedication to her varied interests. She worked as a professional seamstress from her home for many years and was well known for her meticulous attention to detail and craftsmanship. An appreciator of travel and the arts she visited a variety of places in Europe and North America through her life. One of her proudest accomplishments was her return to university to complete Bachelors in Fine Arts after raising her family. She continued to nurture her painting abilities for years through her association with the Spokane Watercolor Society. Lenora had a passion for orchids, reading, knitting, and spending time with her family. Regretfully Lenora passed away Thursday, March 25th, after battling a long illness. She is survived by husband of 58 years Harry Schwartz (Spokane); children Deborah Roundy (Spokane), Robert Schwartz (Spokane), Catherine Jones (Spokane), and William Schwartz (New York); and grandchildren Andrew Roundy (Honolulu), Cameron Schwartz (Bothell), Katherine Roundy (Tegucigalpa, HN), Amanda Schwartz (Spokane), James Roundy (Seattle), Ryan Jones (Pullman), Devin Jones (Spokane), and Alex Schwartz (Spokane). A memorial service will be held Thursday, April 1st at 1:30 PM, reception to follow. St. Marks Lutheran Church, 316 E 24th Ave. Spokane, WA. Interment to follow at Greenwood Cemetery. Cheney Funeral Chapel is entrusted with the arrangements.

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Published by Spokesman-Review from Mar. 28 to Apr. 1, 2010.

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April 1, 2010

From our family to your family, our sympathy goes to all of you for your loss. I am writing with sadness for Lenora's passing. Mom sends her sympathy and also wanted me to let everyone know she has been thinking of Harry and family during this difficult time. God's Blessings. DuWayne Johnson on behalf of Irene Johnson and families.

Darlene Johnson (Noyes)

March 30, 2010

Heartfelt Sympathy is being send to Lenora's family and friends! I am
Irene Johnson's daughter so Harry & Lenora are my Uncle & Aunt. As we will not be able to attend the service, our thoughts and prayers will be with you all.
Darlene Noyes & family

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