Vernon Lee Schwab, 86, of Fowler, passed away peacefully with his family by his side at 8:05 AM, November 28, 2016 at Parkview Haven Nursing Home of Francesville, IN. He was born January 4, 1930 in Lamont, KS to the late Sam and Marie (Gruber) Schwab. He was a 1948 graduate of Madison High School in Madison, KS.

His marriage was to the love of his life, Arlene Rose Knapp on October 12, 1952 in Gridley, KS. She survives. The family moved to Indiana in 1955, where he farmed all his life. He began his ministry with the Wolcott Apostolic Church in 1961.

Vernon was known by his love for the Lord and many knew him for his big heart, always offering a helping hand, his patience, and unconditional love, consistent faith.

Surviving along with his wife are children, Yvonne (Nate) Lehman of Centennial, CO, Jon (Wendy) Schwab of Remington, Tim (Rachel) Schwab of Remington, Mark (Shari) Schwab of Goodland, Suzanne (Nick) Gutwein of West Lafayette, and Becky (Randy) Gudeman of Francesville. Also surviving are 3 siblings, Charles Schwab, Leonard Schwab, and Dorothy Schrader; 27 grandchildren and 59 Great-grandchildren.

Preceding him in death along with his parents, a daughter, Mary Beth Flickner and 3 siblings, Paul Schwab, Maxine Butler, and Fredrick Schwab. 

Friends may call from 3-8 PM (EST), Wednesday, November 30, 2016 at Remington Apostolic Fellowship Hall (16448 S. US HWY 231, Remington, IN). Funeral Service 10:30 AM (EST), Thursday, December 1, 2016 at Wolcott Apostolic Christian Church (Church Drive, Wolcott, IN). Ministers of the Church to officiate. Interment to follow in Wolcott Apostolic Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in Vernon’s name to Parkview Haven Nursing Home of Francesville or Lifesong for Orphans.

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