Two years later his sister, Neila, was born to complete the family. Charles was welcomed into the world by his stepsister, Alice.
On February 16, 1916, Charles Jacob was born quietly at home. He was especially proud of the bond between the farmers within the community, as they were able to join forces to help each other whenever needed.Ĭharles and Helen Swartz spent their lives working their farm on 6th Street, in Prairie Ronde Township.
Always putting his family first above all else, Charles dedicated his life to helping others in any way he could. Charles took great pride in his farm and the Prairie Ronde community he called home for 89 years.