Joseph Schwei, 98, of Iron Mountain passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2013, at his home. He was born January 29, 1915, in Iron Mountain, son of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Schwei. Joseph was a graduate of Iron Mountain High School, Class of 1933. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII from 1942 until being honorably discharged in 1945. He married Teresa Branz on June 15, 1946, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Iron Mountain. She preceded him in death on January 23, 2009. They celebrated 62 years of marriage. Joseph worked for the City of Iron Mountain in the water department for over 25 years, retiring in 1966. Joseph was a loving, caring father who enjoyed spending time with his family. His hobbies included gardening, fishing and watching sports. Joseph will be missed by his family and many friends. He is survived by two sons, Stephen Schwei, Iron Mountain and Lawrence Schwei, Ypsilanti, Mich.; one brother, Charles Schwei, Kingsford; numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Monday, October 7, 2013, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the Jacobs Funeral Home, Iron Mountain. Prayers will be recited Monday, 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, 11:00 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Iron Mountain. Msgr. James Kaczmarek will officiate. Burial will be in Cemetery Park, Iron Mountain. The Uren-Cooper-Johnson American Legion Post No. 50 of Iron Mountain will accord military honors at graveside. You may light a candle in remembrance of Joseph, or leave a condolence for his family online at www.JacobsFuneralHomes.com The family has chosen the Jacobs Funeral Home, Iron Mountain, to honor Joseph's Legacy of Life.