JESSE D. SCHWARTZ

SCHWARTZ, JESSE D., 24
Jesse David Schwartz, 24 of Gainesville passed away on March 29, 2015. He was mortally injured by an accidental gunshot wound. Jesse was born on September 5, 1990. He was a lifelong resident of Gainesville, the son of Lynn and David Schwartz. Jesse was avid history buff who loved to share his knowledge of Irish culture and U.S. military campaigns. He enjoyed music, movies, video gaming and was a fan of all things Star Wars. Jesse was a student at Gainesville High School where he was a member of the JNROTC. He graduated from the Florida Youth Challenge Academy at Camp Blanding where he received the Leadership Award and a scholarship to Santa Fe College.
Jesse was preceded in death by his brother Aaron Schwartz to whom he was very close. Friends and family can be comforted knowing that he is with his beloved brother once again in heaven. He will be dearly missed by his parents and sisters, Janna Schwartz and Elizabeth Whiddon, He is also survived by his loving Grandmothers, Phyllis Scantlebury and Burma Asbell. He will also be missed by his aunts, uncles, cousins and friends who he spent many happy times with. Jesse loved God, his country, his family and his friends. He had a heart of gold, losing him will leave a void in the lives of all who knew him. He was one of a kind. May the Force be with you Jedi Jarres Ore.
A memorial service celebrating his life will held on Saturday, June 6 (D Day) at 5:00 PM at the Harvest Christian Church, 4820 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. For those who wish, a memorial contribution may be made to A2J 4 Life, inc, a nonprofit organization dedicated to informing young people of real life consequences of dangerous choices and helping families cope in the aftermath of resulting tragedies. Condolences may be sent to the Schwartz Family at 4800 NW 33 Terr, Gainesville FL 33605.