Happy 101st Miriam Esther Schwartz


Her journey through life has been nothing short of extraordinary, marked by decades of living in the vibrant communities of Miami Beach, Sunny Isles, and Hallandale. We delve into the story of a woman who has witnessed the transformation of a city and embraced the joys of family, community service, and a love for classic music.

Miriam's connection to the sun-kissed shores of Miami Beach runs deep for over 75 years. She first discovered the allure of this coastal paradise in 1948 when she started vacationing here with her parents. Over the years, she witnessed the evolving landscape of Miami Beach as it transitioned into an internationally acclaimed destination. As Miami Beach changed, so did her life, and her resilience in adapting to these shifts is nothing short of inspiring. Miami Beach has been her permanent home since 1965.

Both of her sons attended Miami Beach High School and graduated the University of Florida.

With a family, that extended beyond her sons, Miriam has also had the joy of three stepdaughters. Her family has grown to nine grandchildren and a growing number of great-grandchildren. Her goals in these late years of life have been to outlive her mother who lived to 101, two months and 10 days -which she has done- and her current goal is to live long enough for the birth of her first great great grandchild from her oldest granddaughter, timed for June 2025.

Miriam worked as a bookkeeper for two independent small businesses on Miami Beach for over 35 years. Her work ethic then transitioned to community service and volunteering. Miriam's talents also extended to knitting and crafting beautiful Afghan blankets. These handmade creations have become cherished heirlooms for her family.

Miriam's love for Asian cuisine and appreciation for classical music enriched her life in countless ways. She savored trying different Asian dishes and reveled in the melodies of classical composers. One of the greatest gifts she ever received was a full series of CDs featuring the works of classical composers.

As we celebrate Miriam Esther Schwartz's 101st birthday, we honor not only her longevity, but a life worth living. Happy 101st birthday, Miriam Esther Schwartz.