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Donald Schwab

1935 - 2026

Donald Schwab obituary, 1935-2026, Orchard Park, NY

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1935

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2026

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Donald Schwab Obituary

Schwab, Donald

Sep 11, 1935 - Jan 21, 2026

Donald Earl Schwab, 90, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 in Fayetteville, NC. Donald was born September 11, 1935, in Sheldon, NY to the late Edward and Pauline (Hanley) Schwab. He was greatly loved and will be missed dearly.

Donald was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Wanda (Stein), son, Donald Jr., three sisters and four brothers. He is survived by his son, Edward (Angela) Schwab; brother Harold (Margaret) Schwab; grandchildren, Jonathan, Donald III, Faith, Devon, and Artasia; great-grandchildren, Braxton, Aria, Violet, Natiara, and Keziah, and several nieces and nephews.

Arrangement will be made with Lombardo Funeral Home for this summer in Orchard Park, NY at which time he will be laid to rest with his wife and son.

Published by Buffalo News on Feb. 1, 2026.

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3060 Abbott Rd, Orchard Park, NY 14127

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