Oct. 28, 2023

Wayne Llewellyn Schwarze, 80, of Brownton passed away Saturday at his home.

He was born Nov. 5, 1940, in Brownton, the son of Louis and Lena (Raske) Schwarze. Wayne was baptized as an infant and later confirmed in his faith as a youth. He received his education in Brownton and was a graduate of Brownton High School.

On March 17, 1962, he was united in marriage to Geraldine “Geri” Geltle at Brownton Methodist Church. This marriage was blessed with two sons, Brian and Brad. Wayne and Geri resided in Sumter Township for many years. They shared 58 years of marriage prior to the passing of Geri on Jan. 26, 2021.

Wayne owned and operated Hutch Sew and Vac, retiring in 2023.

He enjoyed the outdoors, watching the birds and squirrels. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family, grandchildren and friends.

He is survived by his son, Brad Schwarze; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Sharon Schwarze, Diane Schwarze, Gail Jakobitz; brothers-in-law, Ronald Horstman and his wife, Joyce, Kevin Muenchow and his wife, Julie, Curtis Oberlin; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Wayne was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Lena Schwarze; wife, Geraldine Schwarze; son, Brian Schwarze; brothers, Jerry Schwarze, Tom Schwarze, Allen Schwarze; sisters, Norma Ketchersid, Jolene Meyer, Barbara Holmberg; brothers-in-law, George Muenchow, Roger Horstman, Keith Muenchow, Steve Jakobitz.

Arrangements were by Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson. Online obituaries and guest book available at www.hantge.com.