Sidney Schwartz Family

Sidney Schwartz was born in Bronx, New York  City, on February 1, 1918, son of Morris Schwartz and Sarah Mayersohn, of Rumanian descent. There were three other sons in the family: Stanley of New Jersey, deceased; Norman of New York; and Ronnie of Florida.

Sidney served as a Staff Sergeant in the United States Air Force during World War II, and one of the bases where he served was located at Palacios, Texas. At that time, Richard and Florence Gusman were directors for the U. S. O., and while on an outing at Matagorda Beach, they introduced Sidney to Sarah Kogutt.  Sidney and Sarah were married on May 13, 1945, at Galveston, Texas, by Rabbi Henry Cohen. After spending a short time in New York City, Sidney and Sarah returned to Bay City to make their home. 

Sidney and Sarah’s children were Fredell Schwartz Sansom who lived in Tuscola, Texas; Harvey who lived in Houston; and Stacy who lived in Bay City. There were also four grandchildren.

Sidney Schwartz was a certified life underwriter, a public accountant, a stock broker, and a financial planner. 

He was a Chairman of the Democratic Party of Matagorda Country. Sidney was treasurer for the Bay City Lions Club for twenty-two years, and also served as secretary-treasurer of the Rice Festival for twenty-two years. He was a recipient of the Melvin Jones Award for outstanding citizenship as a Lion member. Sidney was secretary of the Little League Association for nine year; served on the United Way in various offices; was treasurer of Ducks Unlimited, a member of the American Legion, the Masonic Lodge, and the Shrine Club.

Sidney was a Past President of Shearith Israel Congregation, served on the board of directors, and was a past president of B’nai B’rith. He was also a Hadassah “Associate.”

Sarah was a life member of Hadassah, secretary of Hadassah for six years, and treasurer of Beth David Center for four years.

Sidney Schwartz - 1984

Historic Matagorda County, Volume II, p 469
 

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