The County Press

JONATHAN MARK SWARTZENDRUBER


 

 

JONATHAN MARK SWARTZENDRUBER was ushered into the gates of heaven on April 8, 2019 in the comfort of his home with his family at his bedside.

Jonathan, the firstborn son of Bernie and Debbie Swartzendruber, was born on July 9, 1985. He attended Calvary Christian School, Lamphere Center and Lapeer County Education and Tech Center. He was employed with Teamwork, a work program through CMH, and worked with his dad in their family business.

Jonathan is survived by his parents, Bernie and Debbie Swartzendruber; brothers, William and James; sister, Elizabeth; nephew, Sebastian; grandparents, Dwayne and Berdetta Byers; many aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his brothers, David and Joshua; grandparents, Stanley and Edna Swartzendruber; two cousins, Ryan Hochstedler and Liliana Passmore.

His passion for people was priceless and touched and inspired others. He treasured the opportunity to sing and worship the Lord while playing his tambourine with impeccable timing. His exuberant, cheerful attitude was inspirational to so many, and he brightened any room with his smile. He preached countless sermons about God’s power and love.

He traveled to Botswana, Africa twice, visiting his grandparents on the mission field. He assisted on multiple construction projects and joyfully joined the maintenance team. He embraced people wherever he went and is loved and remembered in Botswana to this day.

As we mourn our loss, we are celebrating the gift of Jonathan’s life and his incredible testimony. He is now enjoying singing and worshipping his Lord and Savior for eternity, where there is no more night and no more sadness!

Memorials to Calvary Christian Church – The Rose of Sharon Missions Ministry.

Funeral services were held Saturday, April 13th at Calvary Christian Church. A graveside service took place at White Chapel Cemetery.

To place an online condolence, please visit www.LynchandSonsLapeer.com

Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors

Downtown Lapeer

810-664-8282 www.LynchandSonsLapeer.com