Barbara Marilyn Schwartz, 75, of Lenexa, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 9, at Louis Memorial Chapel, 6830 Troost Ave., Kansas City, Mo., with burial to follow at Rose Hill Cemetery. The family suggests contributions to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation in lieu of flowers.
Barbara was born on December 21, 1950, to William and Hannah Rock. She graduated from Center High School in 1968 and married the love of her life, Alan Schwartz, in 1972. They were married just shy of 50 years when Alan passed away in December 2021. Barbara spent decades working as a para-educator at Blue Valley North High School, where she was beloved by students and staff and made a lasting impact on many lives.
Barbara cherished Alan deeply and was a devoted mother to their two daughters, Amy and Tracy. She enjoyed time spent dining with family and friends and vacationing at Myrtle Beach. Despite years of living with cancer and other serious health challenges, she treasured time with her five grandsons—attending their ballgames, celebrating holidays and birthdays, and cheering them on in all their pursuits. Barbara also deeply valued her lifelong friendships and played mahjong multiple times a week. A devoted dog lover, she doted on many family dogs throughout her life.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Alan. She is survived by her daughters, Amy Schwartz and Tracy Tankard (Frank); her grandsons, Weston, Crosby, Jacob, Jonah, and PJ Tankard; her brother, Morty Rock (Taena); and several nieces and nephews.
Online condolences for the family may be left at www.louismemorialchapel.com
(Arrangements entrusted to The Louis Memorial Chapel, 816-361-5211).
Obituary published by Louis Memorial Chapel.
