Reta C. Marsili Schwartz

Reta C. (Marsili) Schwartz, 95, formerly of South Hills, passed away on Tuesday November 8, 2016 in Southwestern Veterans Center where she had been a resident for the past two years. She was born on November 2, 1921 to her parents, the late Sem and Theresa Bevilacqua Marsili. Reta was born and raised in the Mt. Washington area of in Pittsburgh, later moving Baldwin in 1960. Mrs. Schwartz served in The WAC, Woman's Army Corp, a branch of the United States Army during WWII as an radio technician, servicing airplanes and keeping communications functioning effectively. While enlisted, Reta attained the rank of Sergeant and received the American Campaign Medal, Good Conduct Medal, World War II Victory Medal and WAAC Medal. After her discharge, she modeled briefly and went to art school for dress designing, often making her own clothes and jewelry, especially her earrings. Reta was a unique woman and once you would meet her, you would never forget her. Reta knew everyone and everyone knew Reta. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Surviving her are ; Son's Richard Schwartz of Harmar Michael Schwartz of Chicago Grandchildren Nikki (James) Kazmierczak, Johnathan and Kristin Schwartz Great-grandchildren Gioia Lucia Kazmierczak Sister Gerry "Doughy"Lewis of Delaware Besides her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband Earl L. Schwartz, sisters; Ada Wozniak,Vivian Mastandrea and Sylvia White. Friends will be received on Saturday November 12th with visitation starting at 2pm until time of service at 7:30 in THE CHARLES B. JARVIE CHESWICK FUNERAL HOME INC. 1607 Pgh. St. Veterans service at 7:00. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to The Southwestern Veterans Center 7060 Highland Dr. Pittsburgh Pa. 15206 or Little Sisters of the Poor 1028 Benton Avenue Pgh., Pa. 15212 www.jarviefuneralhome.com

Join us on Saturday, November 12, 2016 - 2:00pm to 7:30pm

Service Details: Visitation Saturday November 12th 2pm until services at 7:30 vets service at 7:00

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