Jerald Lee Coyne Schwiebert
Jerry Schwiebert, 72, of Chelsea, MI, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 14, 2023. He died at home, surrounded by family, after a decade-long battle with cancer. Jerry was a man of many passions, including fly fishing, sailing, cycling, soccer, painting, teaching, and most importantly his family. He loved to fly fish, especially on the Au Sable River, and even illustrated Rusty Gates’ flyfishing book, “Seasons on the Au Sable.”
Jerry grew up in Napoleon, Ohio and graduated from Napoleon High School in 1969. Afterwards he attended the University of Toledo, where he earned a specialized degree in Theatrical Arts and Production. Following graduation, Jerry worked as an assistant film editor in NYC, assisting with many network commercials. As a young man he became Director of the Toledo Public Arts Center and oversaw the design and construction of a theater.