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Ricky A. Schwartz, Sr., 65, passed away on Monday, January 27, 2025, at home.
Born on June 15, 1959, in Quakertown, he was a son of the late Harry and Blanche (Landis) Schwartz.
He found joy in working with cars, riding motorcycles, and spending time with his family.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by three brothers: Harry Schwartz, Jr., Gerry Schwartz, and Larry Schwartz; and one sister: Goldie Kramer.
Ricky will be lovingly remembered by his son: Ricky Schwartz, Jr. (Stacy); grandchildren: Cole, Chase, and Jaxson Schwartz; brothers: Barry, Denny, Brian (Angie), and Randy Schwartz; sisters: Linda Gerstenberg and Penny Schwartz; and several nieces and nephews.
A viewing will be held at the C.R. Strunk Funeral Home, Inc., 821 West Broad Street, Quakertown, on Friday, February 7, 2025, from 6:00pm until 8:00pm. Funeral services will begin at 11:00am on Saturday, February 8, 2025, in the funeral home.
Interment will be in Quakertown Union Cemetery.
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Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.


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