Jason Charles Schwenz

Jason Charles Schwenz was remembered for his steady dedication to serving others and the warm bonds he shared with family and his fiancée. Born January 18, 1973, Jason followed a path of public service that included work as a seasonal police officer in Ocean City and later as a deputy with the Queen Anne’s County Sheriff’s Office. He brought enthusiasm and a sincere sense of duty to his work, seeking the close-knit community life of a smaller town as he built his career.

Family and loved ones recall Jason’s loyalty to those closest to him. He cherished his relationships with his parents, his brother, and his fiancée, and those ties were a central part of how he is remembered. Colleagues described him as a committed deputy during his time on the force; his service with the Queen Anne’s County Sheriff’s Office reflected the values he held—responsibility, compassion, and a willingness to help neighbors in need.

Jason’s unexpected death on February 13, 2001, while serving his community, was a profound loss felt by family, friends, and the local law-enforcement family. Funeral services brought together those who loved him to honor his life, and he was laid to rest with the respect afforded a young man who had chosen to serve. In the years since, Jason’s name has been included in memorials recognizing fallen officers, and his memory remains part of the community he served.

Though his life was cut short, Jason Charles Schwenz is remembered by family and the broader community for the commitments he made—to loved ones and to public service—and for the humane spirit he brought to his work and to those around him.