Passed away on January 27, 2025, at the age of 84. Predeceased by his first wife, Josephine [Pizzo] Swartz; granddaughter, Victoria Brown; and parents, Hyman and Sadye [Elenzwaig] Swartz. Survived by his wife, Sheila [Phillips] Swartz; children, Ann Marie (Barry) Hardy, Sheryl Ann (Mark) Brown and Hyman Swartz; step-children, John Walega and Christopher Walega; grandchildren, Kathleen Keesee and Kristine (Andrew) Brogan; step-grandchildren, Lucas Walega and Myla Walega; great-grandchildren, Maddalyn, Gabriel and Lorraine; step-grandchild, Xira; siblings, Charles (Madeline) Swartz, Elaine Edith Swartz, Michael (Lynda) Swartz, Arthur (Dawn Ann) Swartz, Marvin (Marian) Swartz and Leonard Lee (Mary) Swartz; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.

Milt was known as the “Transmission King” in Rochester, founding Milt and Ron’s Transmission Service in 1959, and serving over 60 years in the business. Milt was a big fan of drag racing. In addition to being a fan of drag racing, he was a well known racer with many records set. Milt loved to play Blackjack, loved his old cars and loved to travel.

He was an avid New York Yankees fan, and a strong supporter of the Rochester Red Wings and the Rochester Red Wing players. He was loyal to his family and friends, and always loved a wonderful meal with them. He loved doing so much for others. Milt was very proud of his Jewish heritage and was a supporter of the Rochester community. He was devoted to his wife, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren – and all that knew him!

Funeral Services will be held on THURSDAY January 30, 2025 at 10 AM in The Main Sanctuary of Temple Beth El (139 Winton Road South). A procession will follow to Mount Hope Cemetery. CLICK HERE for a map to Temple.

For those unable to attend in person, please CLICK HERE to Livestream the service.

Donations may be made to Hillside Children’s Center in Milt’s memory. CLICK HERE to donate online.