Harold Schwartz, 88

SARASOTA, FLA. – Harold Schwartz of Sarasota, Fla., and Cranston passed away on March 20.  He was the beloved husband of Lillian (Newman) Schwartz for 63 years. Born in Providence, a son of the late Louis and Mary Schwartz, he had lived in Sarasota for the last 11 years, and had previously lived in Pawtucket and Providence. 

Harold was the devoted father of Michael Schwartz (Cynthia) and Bobbie Friedman (Brian). He was the loving grandfather of Matthew Schwartz. He is survived by his brother Samuel Schwartz and his sisters Sylvia Mandell and Rosilyn Wetstone. 

Harold was a proud CPA for many years following his graduation from Rhode Island State College (now University of Rhode Island) in 1950. He later received a master’s degree in taxation from Bryant University. He was a founding partner in the accounting firm Jarcho Schwartz Yarlas and Santilli. Harold was a World War II veteran of the Coast Guard and later served in the U.S. Naval Reserve. 

Among his many civic activities he was the financial secretary of Temple Emanu-El in Providence for many years. 

Contributions in his memory may be made to the R.I. Jewish Historical Association, or to Temple Emanu-El.