Edward J. "Ed" Schwab II, friend to many and a life-long resident of Tiffin, Ohio died peacefully on Tuesday, May 06, 2025 at the age of 77 with his loving family by his side. Ed is survived by his loving wife, Rita (Longo) and his children Angela (Erik) Belcher of Napoleon and Edward "Rocco" Schwab of Tiffin. Ed was affectionately known as PoPo to six adoring grandchildren: Evan, Aricka, Averie, Bryce, Blaine and Maddox. He and Rita were proud Godparents to Nikki Hills of Tiffin, Dani Maxwell of Monroe, MI; and Brooke Dixon and Billy Krzyzak, both of Tiffin. They also were "adopted parents " to Shawn Stinchcomb of Virginia Beach. A sister Denise Wonderly survives while a brother, Roger, preceded him in death.

Ed was born on Oct. 14, 1947 to the late Edward and Nora Schwab. Ed was a 1965 graduate of Calvert High School, where he met the love of his life, Rita. Eddie was very persistent in pursuing Rita and finally his warmth and charm won her over and they were married on Oct. 15th, 1971. They have spent the last 60 years together and have enjoyed life to the fullest. If you were lucky enough to be embraced by this family – you quickly realized that you were FAMILY not friends.

Ed had a passion for hunting and fishing and was proud that he hunted or fished in every US state. He also had an incredible love for cooking. Ed was always creating new dishes and loved serving everyone. His specialties were his famous meatballs along with spaghetti, salsa and his variety of homemade wines. Ed's famous dishes were loved by many that attended The Pines annual fundraiser in Fremont and not to mention serving at the St. Mary Church Festival.

Ed was a devout Catholic and a member of St. Mary Catholic Church as well as a life member of VFW Post 2858, Knights of Columbus #608 and the AmVets Post #48. Additionally, Ed proudly served his country for "365 and a wake up" in Vietnam.

Friends may visit with the family from 4-7:00 P.M. on Thursday, May 15, 2025 at Hoffmann-Gottfried-Mack Funeral Home & Crematory, 236 S. Washington St., Tiffin, Ohio 44883

A Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 A.M. on Friday, May 16, 2025 at St Mary Catholic Church with Rev. Matthew Rader officiating. A Rosary will be prayed 30 minutes prior to Mass. There will be a full procession to Mass consisting of his casket carried on a Tiffin Fire Engine, which Ed was instrumental in keeping in the loop for such occasions during his 30 years as a Tiffin firefighter captain and deputy chief.

Burial will follow in St. Mary Catholic Cemetery with Military Honors being conducted by the United Veterans Council.

In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to St. Mary Catholic Church or Calvert High School.

Condolences may be sent and the guestbook signed at www.hgmackfuneralhome.com.