Joe Schwarz: key obituary facts
Is Joe Schwarz dead? Yes. Joe Schwarz died on May 27, 2026, at age 88.
Cause of death: Joe Schwarz's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Joe Schwarz known for?
He was known as American politician (born 1937).
More about Joe Schwarz
Born: 15 November 1937.
Place of birth: Battle Creek.
Gender: male.
Occupation: politician, physician, council member, mayor, university teacher.
Nationality: United States.
Education: University of Michigan, Harvard Medical School, Wayne State University, Battle Creek Central High School, Wayne State University School of Medicine.
Employer: University of Michigan, Central Intelligence Agency, Harvard University.
Also known as: John J. H. Schwarz.
Joe Schwarz, an American politician who served in the U.S.
House of Representatives from 2005 to 2007 and in the Michigan Senate from 1987 to 2002, died on May 27, 2026. He was 88.
Schwarz was born in Battle Creek, Michigan, on November 15, 1937, and was also known as John J. H. Schwarz. A physician by training, he held public office in Michigan before serving one term in Congress as a moderate Republican.
Joe Schwarz, 88, American politician, member of the U.S. House of Representatives (2005–2007) and Michigan Senate (1987–2002).