He was preceded in death by his father, Charles E. Swartz, USN, RET.
He is survived by his mother, Jewel D. Swartz of Glendale; a brother, Charles D. (Lelis) Swartz of South Carolina; and a sister, Donna L. Swartz-Cox of Elizabethtown (Ed Cox of Illinois).
Steve was a graduate of East Hardin High School in Glendale. He loved tinkering around with his vehicles and discussing conspiracy theories.
Cremation was chosen with a celebration of his life to be held at a later date.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to Hosparus.
Condolences may be expressed online at www.brownfuneral.com.
