Carlyne M. Schwab

Carlyne M. Schwab, 78, of Middletown, passed away on September 24, 2026, in the arms of her loving husband.

She was born on October 19, 1947, in Sandusky, Ohio. Carlyne grew up in Put-in-Bay on Lake Erie. She moved to North College Hill in her teens, where she met the love of her life, John, in 1961. They were married in 1966 and began their life together in Middletown, Ohio, where they raised their children.

Carlyne was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Family was at the heart of everything she did. Her life’s greatest work was creating a warm, loving and nurturing home.

Carlyne is survived by her beloved husband, John M. “Poodle” Schwab III; son, John (Julie) Schwab; daughters, Lisa (Jay) Raleigh and Angela (Ryan) Rose; grandchildren, Jenna Schwab and John M. Schwab VI; siblings, John Wertenbach, Michael Langenecker, Patti Leisure, Kathy Langenecker and Marci Langenecker; in-laws, Tommy (Patty) Schwab, Billy (Jean) Schwab, Freddie (Laura) Schwab and Bev (Dan) Combs; numerous nieces and nephews, along with extended family and dear friends.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Jean Hales, son, John M. Schwab IV and siblings-in-law, Shirley Schwab, Bob Schwab, Donald “Fuzzy” (Sharion) Schwab, Michael Schwab and Patricia “Ticy” (Tom) Adams; nephew, Tommy Adams.

Carlyne will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Her memory will forever remain in the hearts of her family and friends.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

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