Robert Vincent Swartz, 87

| April 4, 2011 10:00 PM

Robert Vincent Swartz, 87, passed away on Saturday, March 26, 2011, in Coeur d'Alene.

He was born on May 22, 1923, in Toledo, Ohio, the son of Robert V. and Gladys (Donnell) Swartz. He grew up in Toledo and graduated from high school, later serving in the U. S. Navy during World War II. He moved to North Idaho in September 1953.

Robert attended college, received a degree in physics and worked for Libby Glass in research. He later worked for Lockheed until his retirement in the late 1970s.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

At his request, no services will be held. Inurnment will be at the Coeur d'Alene Memorial Gardens in Coeur d'Alene.

Yates Funeral Home has been entrusted with the care of final arrangements. Please visit his online memorial at www.yatesfuneralhomes.com and sign his guest book.