Were the last 31 years a beautiful dream? With proof of our wonderful life, our three sons, I can't dream of a better love and life with my most generous, kind and loving husband.

Brian Raymond Schwarz of Prairie du Sac, WI passed away on Sunday, August 28, 2016 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Brian was born on April 14, 1956, the first child of Rosemary (Richter) and Don Schwarz. Brian's childhood in Prairie du Sac involved days playing with his siblings, neighbors, and many childhood friends. They spent every day outside, playing baseball, playing kickball, swimming at the outdoor pool, and always returning home just in time for dinner. Growing up, his grandparents lived across the street, solidifying that throughout his entire life family always came first. Most important to Brian were his beloved wife Lisa Bryant Schwarz and their three beloved sons, Brandon, Mitchell and Garrett. Brian is survived by his beloved siblings Susan, Mary, and Tom, their wonderful spouses Frances Tsao, Scott Husby, and Pat (Vernon) Schwarz, and loving nieces and nephews Raya, Maurice, Taylor, Megan, Lauren, Tyler, Jack, Nic, Cam, and Ali. Brian is also survived by many aunts and uncles: Betty and Dick Fore, Kay Warner, Dave Richter, and Great Aunt Grace Barton and his stepmother, Mary Harris Schwarz. He treasured Lisa's family, his father in law Ken Bryant, Lisa's sister Lynn and her husband Gary Hebl, their children Andy (and wife Rita, Lucas and Victor), Matt and Jenny. His parents preceded him, his stepfather Bob Van Loenen, and his mother-in-law, Bev Bryant.

Our love of traveling has connected us forever with Irish family and friends for over 26 years. He also deeply appreciated his friends and colleagues in the insurance industry, college friends at UW-Eau Claire and University of Arizona, and co-workers at Bobby McGee's Restaurant in Tucson. We enjoyed many years with his longtime childhood friends, our dinner club friends, our sons' friends, the parents of our sons' friends (who also suffer from many years of bleacher butt), and last, but definitely not least, Brian's golf buddies. Brian loved you all and valued each moment with you!
His heart was with the insurance industry, specifically Schwarz Insurance. This family business was established by his grandfather Ray over 93 years ago and expanded by Brian's father Don. When Brian started in 1980, Schwarz Insurance only had one other location and now has seven locations. Brian worked on every acquisition since 1982, leading to its current success. In addition, Brian led as Treasurer (1996) and President (2003) at the company. Brian always came home happy because he loved his career. Today, our son Mitch is the fourth generation at Schwarz Insurance working alongside Brian and Uncle Tom.

Since 1980, Brian was an active committee member of the Independent Insurance Agents of Wisconsin. He served as President, was elected to the Board of Directors, and served on the Executive Financial Committee for the past 15 years. He also contributed his expertise to numerous insurance company advisory boards.

In addition to his immense contributions to the insurance industry, Brian was also active in his community. His passions included serving the Lake Wisconsin Country Club Board, the Jaycees board, and local athletic and educational organizations.

Brian thanks the staff at UW Hospital and Clinics and Carbone Cancer Clinic, especially Dr. Leal, Dr. Wood, Dr. Chang, Dr. Baschnagel, Dr. Baskaya and nurses Jen and Laura Dee. In addition, we thank Agrace Hospice for their compassionate care over the past six weeks.
Brian always looked on the bright side of life and encouraged those around him to do the same.

In celebration of his joyous life, we are hosting a visitation at the River Arts Center in Prairie du Sac, 105 9th Street, Prairie du Sac on Wednesday, August 31st from 4 pm to 7 pm. On Thursday, Sept 1st a visitation will continue from 4pm to 5:30 pm with a Memorial Service following the visitation, also at the River Arts Center.

Memorials may be made in Brian's name to the Sauk Prairie Historical Society.