Ann Schwarze, 83, of Whiting passed away Friday, November 1, 2024, at home. Ann was a professional secretary for various law firms throughout New Jersey before retiring. Born and raised in Queens, NY, she resided in Detroit, MI, and Bloomfield, NJ before moving to Whiting in 2003. Ann was a very well-dressed and well-mannered lady. She was a USO volunteer in Queens, NY, and was an active member of Whiting Assembly of God Church, Whiting and truly loved the Lord. Ann was predeceased by her longtime companion Lawrence (Larry) Kilian in 2018, her son Brian Schwarze in 2014, her stepson Gary Kilian in 2024, and her sister Regina Boccella in 1981 and her brother Lawrence Bruderle. Ann is survived by her son Kevin Schwarze and his wife, LaSandra of Ferndale, MI, her sister Victoria Petrosino of Tinton Falls, three grandchildren Megan Schwarze, Shanna Roberts, Jeremy Burr, and four great-grandchildren. Memorial service 2-4pm Saturday, November 9, 2024, at Whiting Assembly of God Church, 83 Lacey Rd., Whiting.