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Joel SCHWARTZ Obituary

SCHWARTZ, Joel Joel Schwartz, born in Seattle, WA, in 1958, passed away March 17, 2014, 15 months after he was diagnosed with a brain tumor. He lived an independent life until close to the very end. Atlanta was his home and his favorite city. He is survived by his mother, Jane Schwartz of Estero, FL, his father Larry Schwartz and stepmother, Jackie Schwartz of Seattle, WA, his brother, David Schwartz, of Brick, NJ, his sister Karen Cooper, and brother in law, Dean Cooper, of Silver Spring, MD, 3 nieces, his wonderful caregiver, Latonjia Nelson Smith, and many close friends in Atlanta and other cities that Joel has lived in. A private celebration will be held in the near future in honor of Joel's life.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Mar. 20, 2014.

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GREG H BLUNT

February 17, 2025

Joel and I attended UW together and we both lived in Hawaii at the same time and we had a lot of great times together. I am so sorry and my thoughts and condolences go out to the family.

David Gray

March 1, 2024

I came here because I thought of him just now. Joel was a kind, thoughtful, smart and motivated professional that I had the privilege of working with over the years. He was also a beautiful skier -- I used to love to watching him gracefully glide across the slopes. We sure do miss you, Joel.

Shelley Blaine Goodman

March 14, 2021

Joel will always live in my memory as a smiling, kind and generous friend. ❤
3/14/21

An old friend

July 14, 2014

May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind always be at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
and rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

Mark Mersky

July 8, 2014

Joel was one of my all time favorite people on the planet. A dear friend, colleague and confident during the decade we shared working together at A&E and for years beyond. My warmest thoughts go out to his family and to everyone who knew Joel.

Denise Sladky

April 13, 2014

I am very sad and sorry for this tremendous loss. I looked up to him as a mentor and true friend. We shared many of pints and one from his great balcony. He gave me great advice on interviewing and we shared a similar career path. I am so sorry to learn of his passing but I know that God takes the good ones so it must have been his time.

Wanda STEPHENS-AUTMAN

April 1, 2014

Joel was a very sweet man to us here at the UPS store 5192 we will miss him very much. To the Family, you will always stay in our prayers

March 25, 2014

Best latte maker in the Southeast and the kindest soul...J will be missed

Torrae Lawrence-Mitchell

March 24, 2014

My sincere condolences to the Schwartz family. Joel was such a great gentleman. I had the honor of working with him for 3 years. He was a great inspiration who did all the right things. He will truly be missed.

Carla Lewis-Long

March 24, 2014

Joel was one of the kindest, supportive and giving individuals I had the pleasure and knowing and working with. He will be missed and remembered forever.

Steve Goldmintz

March 24, 2014

Joel and I spent hours and hours in conversations over the years. Long phone calls and never a harsh word. The world needs more people with Joel's demeanor, style and positive attitude. Sadly, instead, we have one less such person.

Mitch Hight

March 23, 2014

Love and healing thoughts to all who were a part of Joel's life and will miss his sweet soul. Joel was a sweetie pie. So sad that he is gone. :-(

Shelley Blaine Goodman

March 22, 2014

All of us who worked with Joel at AETN loved him. He was such a good person and friend. To have so many people love you,that is the sign of a wonderful life lived. RIP Joel.

Moira Clinton

March 22, 2014

To Joel's family, I hope all your great memories of Joel get you through this difficult time. Heaven is a better place today. Keep smiling Joel.

E.B. Moss

March 22, 2014

In reading some of the comments about Joiel, it is lovely to see he is so well remembered as I do- upbeat, smiling, helpful. I hope that is a comfort to his family. It is an inspiration and reminder to me, certainly. Thank you, Joel.

Brian Kelly

March 21, 2014

God loves Joel and it showed in his ever present smile. Such a kind and gentle friend. We are all better for having known Joel. You will be missed. God Bless the entire Schwartz family and thank you for sharing Joel with us.

Jackie B

March 21, 2014

Joel was a special person who came into my life and touched my heart. A true , kind and wonderful person who will always be remembered. x Jackie

Garrett Smith

March 21, 2014

Joel was a class act and always fun to be around. A more positive guy would be hard to find. He warmed the hearts for so many of us in the cable TV business with his kind and gentle manner. He will be greatly missed!

March 21, 2014

May you have a bottomless bowl of microwaved broccoli in heaven our dear friend, always smiling, Joel :)

Chris Swan

March 21, 2014

Joel will long be remembered as a true gentleman. It was always a pleasure to see him at various cable events, his presence will be missed. God bless.

March 21, 2014

Our preyers go out to a very nice fellow. He was alwasy willing to lend a hand

Michelle Lavender

March 21, 2014

Joel was a ray of sunshine and one of the kindest people I have ever met. Praying for comfort, strength and peace to Joel's mother and family. Rest in peace Sunshine.

Mindy Snider

March 20, 2014

I had the pleasure of working with Joel at A&E and then again at Turner. Always a smiling face and a true-blue soul. Sad for the loss of this lover of life and the brightness he brought to so many every day.

Latonjia Smith

March 20, 2014

On Behalf Of The Smith And Jackson Families. Our Thoughts And Prayers Are With Each Of You During This Difficult Time. Joel Brought Great Joy, Love And Lots Of Laughter To My Life!! Joel Never Once Complained About His Illness, Instead He Wanted Those He Loved To Be Very Happy. When I Lost My Buddy. I Gained An Angel! My Prayer Is. May All Of The Precious Memories We Have With Joel, Live In Our Hearts Forever!! I Love You Buddy, Until We Meet Again. Your Honey Pie, Latonjia.

Allison Giddens

March 20, 2014

I worked with Joel at TNS several years ago. He was always smiling, and kind to everyone. I'm glad to know he's no longer in pain, but I am sad to know that the world is now missing him. He was such a great guy to work with, I can still hear his infectious laugh. Thinking about his family during this time.

Melissa Foster

March 20, 2014

There are no words. The sadness is overwhelming. Joel had another family who loved him dearly from his time at Turner Broadcasting. May Joel rest in peace - as he deserves nothing less. I will pray for all of his family and friends to have strength, understanding and healing. God Bless you all.

Aaron Arntson

March 20, 2014

Joel and I worked together at AETN for nearly 10 years and he was such a bright person- likable, intelligent and caring- His Light will shine on in our memories but he will be sorely missed... Sleep well RIP Joel xoxo

~ Rev.21:4. ~ V. Austin

March 20, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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