Robert H. "Bob" Swartz was born in Rockford, Illinois, on April 27, 1947, to Harry and Norma Swartz and departed this life on March 11, 2016.

He is survived by his wife, Bobbi K. Swartz, his son, Scott Robert Swartz, his daughter, Lisa R. Little, son-in-law, Tracy Little and his beloved granddaughter, Olivia Katherine Little, his sister, Joan Johnson and Brother-in-law, Fred Johnson, his brother, Glen Swartz, and sister -in-law, Geri Swartz, and numerous cousins. He was predeceased by his parents, Harry and Norma Swartz.

Bob was a graduate of Rockford West High School, Rockford, Illinois, in 1965. He was a member of the football team and the high school band.

Bob met Bobbi on September 7, 1965, in Rockford, Illinois, and they were together for over 50 years.

Bob worked in the electronics industry in Florida for various companies for over 20 years. Thereafter, he was the founder and owner of Bob Swartz, d/b/a Home Accents, a home remodeling and repair company in Central Florida for 20 years. That endeavor allowed him to be acquainted with the wonderful "family" at Wilson Management Group in Orlando, Florida.

Bob enjoyed many years playing golf and numerous deep sea fishing outings in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Florida. he was a loving husband, father and totally devoted to his only grandchild, Olivia K. Little. He was a helpful friend to many during his life which ended too early at the age of 68.

Family will be present to receive friends and family on Saturday, March 26, 2016, at a memorial service beginning at 1:00 p.m. at DeGusipe Funeral Home, 9001 N. Orlando Avenue, Maitland, FL 32751.

A reception will follow beginning at 2:30 p.m. location to be announce at service.

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