Corey Lynn Schwartz, 36, of Coldwater, passed away Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at Michigan Medicine Hospital in Ann Arbor, MI, surrounded by the love of his family.
A Celebration of Corey’s Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, June 8, 2026 at Lockwood Community Church with Pastor Kevin Looper officiating.
Visitation will take place from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at the church.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater.
Corey was born August 26, 1989 in Coldwater, MI, to James and Trisha (Bystry) Schwartz. He grew up with a love for adventure, learning, and the outdoors that would remain with him throughout his life. Corey attended Western Michigan University, where he earned his piloting license, fulfilling a lifelong dream of taking to the skies.
October 1, 2015, Corey married the love of his life, Mindy Ratkowski, in Centerville, MI. Together they built a life centered on faith, family, and creating cherished memories.
Mindy survives, along with the countless family members and friends who were blessed by Corey’s love, kindness, and unwavering devotion.
A faithful member of Lockwood Community Church, Corey lived his life guided by his faith and genuine care for others. He found joy in God’s creation, whether he was casting a line into the water, hiking the trails of northern Michigan, or soaring above the landscape in his airplane.
Music was another passion of his, and he enjoyed playing guitar and sharing that gift with those around him. While Corey had many interests and talents, nothing brought him greater happiness than his family. He was a devoted husband, a loving son, and a proud father who treasured every moment spent with his daughter.
His gentle spirit, warm smile, and ability to make others feel valued will be remembered by all who knew him.
Corey leaves behind a legacy of faith, love, and treasured memories that will continue to live on in the hearts of those who loved him. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
In addition to his wife Mindy Schwartz of Coldwater, Corey leaves behind his daughter Amelia Schwartz of Coldwater; his parents James (Trisha) Schwartz of Bronson; his sister Megan (Brandon) Nelson of Spring Arbor; his mother-in-law Jean Ratkowski of Bronson; his grandmothers Barbara Schwartz and Sandi Starrett; his cousin and best friend Vincent (Cynthia) Valentine; his sister-in-laws Brittany (Cory) Wynkoop and Madison Ratkowski; his nieces and nephews Julian Nelson, Vivienne Nelson, Berklie Wynkoop, Liam Wynkoop; his loving aunts and uncles and his beloved dog Molly.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather Daniel Schwartz and his father-in-law Stevie Ratkowski.
Memorial donations are suggested to the family. Checks may be made payable to Mindy Schwartz.
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