Phillips Menges Schwartz

In Loving Memory of Phillips Menges Schwartz Phillips (known by all as Phil) Schwartz, a devoted husband, father and dedicated public servant, passed away on the morning of June 28, 2023 surrounded by his family. The 3rd son of Richard and Mary Schwartz, he was born on February 2, 1937, in Derwood, Maryland. Phil graduated from Gaithersburg High School in 1955. He had a love of music and was known by his classmates, as an “ace glockenspiel-er, master of the keyboard and Hot Shoppe’s cowboy….all ‘round guy.” His love of music followed him to the University of Maryland where he was named the musical director for Sigma Alpha Epsilon, winning the intra-fraternity musical competition. Following his time at the University of Maryland, Phil spent time in Germany, while serving in the Army from 1960-1962. Phil married Margaret (Maggie) Cannon in 1962, and together they raised their 3 children in Edgewater, Maryland and later moved to Queenstown on the Eastern Shore. He was a loving husband and father, always providing a welcoming home and a warm and supportive environment for his family. Phil dedicated his entire career to serving the Prince George's County Government, where he oversaw the county owned property and later the fleet of automobiles. He approached his work with professionalism and a deep commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of the people he worked with and especially those that worked for him. In his free time, and especially after retirement, Phil enjoyed classic cars, immersing himself in and supporting the activities of his kids and grandchildren. His love of music remained, having a passion for classical, jazz, and blue grass music, as well as the theatre. Phil Schwartz will be remembered for his kind heart, infectious laughter, and his ability to bring people together. His and Maggie’s house was always open to family friends and relatives. It was the place to hang out for his kids’ circle of friends. He had a warm and welcoming personality that made everyone feel at ease in his presence. He was loved and adored by his grandsons. Phil was preceded in death by his parents, Richard (Dick) and Mary Schwartz, his brothers Dick and Frank Schwartz. Phil is survived by his loving wife, Maggie, his children Chris Schwartz, Randy (Casey) Schwartz, Alie (Doug) Haymans, 5 grandchildren Cameron, Jackson, and Garrett Haymans, Will and Sam Schwartz and a great grandson Dominic Haymans, as well as a host of family and friends. He will be greatly missed but forever cherished in the memories of those whose lives he touched. A celebration of life will be held on Thursday July 27th, 2023. Please reach out to one of his children for details. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Phillips Schwartz's honor to, compassregionalhospice.org or dementiasociety.org May Phil rest in peace, and may his family find comfort in the love and memories they shared with him.

Phillips Menges Schwartz

February 2, 1937 - June 28, 2023