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Schwartz, Nathan "Norman", 93, died Saturday, October 28, 2023, at Steere House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Providence, RI. He was the beloved husband of Cynthia (Dworkin) Schwartz for 72 years. Born in Central Falls, a son of the late Morris and Martha (Glassman) Schwartz, he most recently had lived in Pawtucket, previously residing in Delray Beach and Hollywood, FL, and Providence and Narragansett, RI. He was the owner of Schwartz Furniture Co. for 40 years, retiring in 1990.
Norman was a graduate of Central Falls High, Class of 1948 and a Korean Conflict Army veteran. He was a former member of Temple Emanu-El, a member of Jewish War Veterans – Reback-Weinstein Post, the Masons – Overseas Lodge, and past president of the RI Furniture Dealers Association. Norman was an avid tennis player and enjoyed following his local sports teams.
Devoted father of Leonard Schwartz of North Providence, Gail Kelley of Pawtucket, and Rhonda Schwartz of Pawtucket and Narragansett. Dear brother of Tillie Orleck of Cranston and the late William Schwartz and Elaine Zundell. Loving grandfather of Jessica (Shane), Michael (Chelsea), Erika, and Matthew (Molly). Cherished great grandfather of Brady, Ezra, and Eisley.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. in SHALOM MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 1100 New London Ave., Cranston. Shiva will be observed at his late residence, on Malvern Avenue in Pawtucket, Wednesday 7-9 p.m., Thursday 2-4 p.m. & 7-9 p.m., and Friday 2-4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Lifespan Cancer Institute, Development Office, P.O. Box H, Providence, RI 02901 or to Community Autism Resources, 40A Dean Street, Taunton, MA 02780.
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Mary Eustergerling
November 5, 2023
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.
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Shelly Holland
November 2, 2023
My prayers and thoughts are with you Gail and family.
Beverly Paris
October 30, 2023
Having many good times in Florida
and was a great neighbor for 15 winters in Delray Beach. Enjoying dinners out with him and Cynthia and playing cards. Bev PAris
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