Lauren Amy Schwartz
May 14, 1975 – February 12, 2022
Lauren Amy Schwartz died unexpectedly from her seizure disorder on Feb 11, 2022. She loved life and was exceedingly stubborn, so her passing was really out of character, honestly. She loved and was loved by all around her. Her affection for her dog, Clovis was so great that he would periodically insist on reclaiming some personal time for himself in the other room or under the bed. She is survived by her boyfriend Pascal, her brother Craig, and her parents, Rona and Allen. If there is a way to posthumously call your mother, we are confident she will find it.
Rona and Allen, Joan and I share the pain you are going through. We are thinking of you.
Allen and Rona,
So sorry to hear of Lauren’s passing. Our deepest sympathies and condolences .
While vacationing in Alaska one summer we took a float plane to a remote island for fresh salmon. I asked a young JMU education student working there if she knew Lauren Schwartz. She replied, “Of couse I do, everyone knows Lauren Schwartz”. Even in Alaska she had friends; she surely will be missed. With deepest sympathy we will miss Lovely Lauren.
Sending our heartfelt condolences to the Schwartz family at this very sad time. May beautiful memories surround you and bring you comfort.
Ann & Peter Goodman
We have known and loved Lauren since the day she was born. We share many happy experiences from the time of early play dates, family holiday dinners, and many life cycle events. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her and appreciated her kindness, creativity and intelligence. The world lost a lovely young woman. May she Rest In Peace.
My childhood would not have been as wonderful and fun without Lauren. The Schwartz’s are like family to my family, and we are all heartbroken. She was unique and special in so many ways, and I will miss her for the rest of my life. Love to all of those who knew and loved her at any stage of her life especially Rona, Allen and Craig.
Nobody could make me belly laugh like Lauren. She could drop her pencil in class and give this look and I could not stop laughing. Lauren was one of my first friends in life— we went to preschool together, Sunday school, shared many family dinner celebrations, and spent many childhood weekends together. We had countless sleepovers where Lauren taught me about skin care products, hair products, and perfumes, and music. We played with Barbies together, shared Sweet Valley High books, used fashion plates and designed outfits, and spent many hours on the couch watching movies where she would get annoyed with me because I always fell asleep watching movies on the couch. She’d say, “are you sleeping?” and I’d wake up and say- “what? … no, I’m up!” Our families are neighbors and long-time friends and Rona, Allen, and Craig feel like family to me. I last saw Lauren in Richmond over Thanksgiving pre-Covid, where we fell in love with Clovis – so much that my daughter begged for another dog just like him and we searched with Lauren for similar puppies – I have many photos from that weekend of my daughter with Clovis!
I’m grateful for the laughter Lauren brought to my life and for her friendship. She’s definitely unforgettable and I know she touched a lot of lives. Sending love to Rona, Allen, and Craig, Pascal, and (of course) Clovis!
I remember Lauren from her childhood days, her teenaged years, and beyond. I remember her strength of personality, and unconventional beauty. I always thought of her as unstoppable. I remember her best as part of a loving, generous family, full of humor and celebration. Rona and Allen, I cannot wrap my head around this, much less my heart. Sending love and big hugs, and thinking a lot about you all.
We are so very sorry to hear about your loss. I have very fond memories of all the times our families spent together. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Love,
Jodi, Howard, Zack and Ben Rosenberg
Rona and Allen I am very sorry to hear about Lauren.. My condolences and I share your pain.
Love
Richard Murad
We remember driving many, many carpools with Lauren, Becky, Allison, and Amy. Lauren always smart and cool. Funny like her dad. A sweet loving girl. She will be missed and remembered with love.
Lauren was someone you can’t forget. She came to the institute on philanthropy at UR years ago with such a passion to learn as much as possible about fundraising and marketing for nonprofits. Every so often she’d call out of the blue with questions and seeking advice. Out of the hundreds of adult students I worked with, she stood apart from the crowd. I’m so sorry for your loss, she had much to teach us about being happy.
I first saw Lauren when Rona and Allen were pushing a baby carriage around the neighborhood with an adorable little girl in it. Of course, Rona was doing the pushing.
Watching her grow up brings many fond memories. She was one of a kind!
It’s so hard to lose a child or young sibling. Love and hugs to Rona, Allen, and Craig
Brian and Darlene Marlowe
Rona, Allen, & Craig – I was so saddened to hear the news of Lauren’s passing. Sending my heartfelt condolences and strength for the coming days and months. Love, Ali Levin
So sad about Lauren. No parent should have to deal with such a situation. I wish there was something I could do or say…other than I am sorry for your loss.
Rona, Allen, and Craig – Your family has always felt like an extension of my own. Countless holiday dinners meant lots of family time together. Lovely Lauren was always a huge presence and she will be sadly missed. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
We are thinking of y’all and sending lots of love and support. Love, Melissa, David, Mel, and Jono
I can’t help but smile when I think of Lovely Lauren. Undoubtedly, it was never boring when Lauren was around. Uniquely creative, opinionated, witty, particular and humorous (the dry kind), Lauren will forever me in my heart.
Sending hugs and lots of love, Rona, Alan and Craig.
Xo,
Jamie
I have so many special memories of family times with Lauren. She had such a wonderful way of laughing and looking at you to make sure you felt included in the fun. She and Rona and Allen and Craig always made us feel like part of the family and Lauren was an unforgettable, funny, bold, vibrant person to be around. You could see her kind and generous heart through her love of animals from childhood. We are sending our love and deepest sympathy. Love, Aliza, Rich, and Benjy
My sympaties to the family, so sorry. fondly, Vicky schiff
I am so sorry to hear about Lauren’s passing. Such a beautiful young lady. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Love love love
Those eyes and that smile
Childhood memories and dreams.
Trouble and magic
The perfect combination
Of two giggling girls
Forever roaming the streets
Of the neighborhood
Where we grew up.
Wandering in summer fields
Laughing in Sunday school and services
Her humor tickles me still
Always did, always will.
Oh dear one
Where did you go
Only to the land you know
Just on the other side of this world.
In the sun that rises
In the wind that streams
In the earth that grows
You will forever be free
You wild dancing one….
You will now forever be free.
My love,
Leslie Meyers
Rona and Allen,
We were saddened to hear of Lauren’s passing. Our heartfelt condolences to you both.
Warmest regards,
Susan and Steve Brown
I did not know about the loss of your beautiful Lauren . I remember when she was born and I went to your home to meet her. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
With much love, Rona, Allen and Craig.
Arlene L. Opengart