Kay Carole Schwarting, 94, of Mackinaw, Illinois, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026 at Apostolic Christian Restmor in Morton, IL.

Kay was born on December 3, 1931, in Minier, Illinois, to Morris C. and Clara Velma (Fasse) Brenneman.  She married George Edwin Schwarting on September 21, 1952.  He preceded her in death in 2002.

Surviving are her children, Dan (Ann) Schwarting, Jon (Cathy) Schwarting, both of Mackinaw and Lisa (Terry) Dupureur of Armington.

Grandchildren are Heather Schwarting, Edwin (Joy) Schwarting, Adam (Emily) Schwarting, Amy (John) O’Brien, Abby (Andrew) Miller and Jorgi (fiancé Logan Demling) Dupureur.  Great grandchildren are Lena, Claire and Gus Schwarting, Sophie and George Schwarting, Jack and Kalyn O’Brien and Alden and Adley Miller.

She was preceded in death by her husband George, her parents, her brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Carleen Brenneman, sister-in-law, Marise (Phil) Swanson, and other dear relatives and friends.

Kay was a member of the United Church of Christ in Minier which her ancestors helped start years ago and where she served on many committees.  She was a member of the Red Hat Society and The Sewing Club; she so enjoyed her monthly outings with the ladies.

Kay loved watching hummingbirds, antiquing with friends, shopping, and going dancing with George.  She was devoted to her family and thoroughly enjoyed going to various celebrations, ball games, trips, dining out, and just spending time with them whenever possible. 

Kay will be remembered for her beautiful smile, sweet demeanor and on occasion her quick wit.  She will be missed by family and friends. She led a full life, and she is rejoicing with Jesus now.

The family wishes to thank all her care takers when she was at home, the Villas of Hollybrook in Morton and Apostolic Christian Restmor in Morton for their excellent care.