Marlene M. Schwab
September 19, 1942 - August 22, 2021
Marlene M. Schwab (nee Spreitzer), age 78, of the Lake of Egypt area south of Marion, IL, formerly of Joliet, IL, passed away suddenly at 7:24 a.m. on Sunday, August 22, 2021, in Helia Healthcare Center of Energy, IL. Marlene was born on September 19, 1942, in Joliet, IL, the daughter of Sylvester Anthony and Mary Veronica (Staley) Spreitzer. Marlene was a graduate of St. Francis Academy of Joliet, IL. Marlene was united in marriage to John Talbot “Jack” Schwab on September 22, 1962, in St. Raymonds Catholic Church of Joliet, and together they have shared nearly 59 years of marriage. Her working career was with Ecolab of the Joliet area in the purchasing department for many years until her retirement. She was a faithful member of St. Joseph Catholic Church of Marion. When Marlene was younger, she enjoyed bowling, bingo, ceramics and especially coaching girls' softball with her husband for the Joliet Softball Association (JSA). She also was known for being an avid reader, excellent cook and had a heart of gold. She lived her life for her family and friends. She is survived by her husband, John T. “Jack” Schwab of rural Marion; two daughters, Kristina Bartusek of Chandler, AZ and Jacqueline Schwab of Tampa, FL; grandson, Austin Bartusek of Tempe, AZ; two sisters, Kathy (Spreitzer) Cassidy of Lewisville, TX and Cheryl (Spreitzer) Lisi and husband, Al of Viera, FL; brother, Richard Spreitzer of Joliet, IL; sister-in-law, Mary Ann (Schwab) Ward and husband, Jim of New Lenox, IL; sister-in-law, Sue Spreitzer of Elwood, IL , numerous neices, nephews and cousins and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Mary (Spreitzer) Blanchette (brother-in-law Vernon Blanchette) and two brothers, Raymond and Robert Spreitzer (sister-in-law Rose(VanVleck) Spreitzer, and brother-in-law Jon W. Cassidy. Arrangements have been entrusted to Wilson-McReynolds Funeral Home, 900 North Court Street, Marion, IL. The graveside committal service will be at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, August 26, 2021, at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, located at 20953 West Hoff Road, Elwood, IL, with Deacon Milton Leppert presiding. Those wishing to attend the graveside committal service should gather at the cemetery prior to 11:30 a.m. For additional information call the funeral home at 618-993-2131.
Marlene M. Schwab (nee Spreitzer), age 78, of the Lake of Egypt area south of Marion, IL, formerly of Joliet, IL, passed away suddenly at 7:24 a.m. on Sunday, August 22, 2021, in Helia Healthcare Center of Energy, IL. Marlene was born on September... View Obituary & Service Information