Valaree Megan Schwab

Valaree Megan Schwab, 16, of New Rochelle, NY, died on January 10, 2018. She lived here most of her life. Valaree was a Junior at New Rochelle High School taking advanced placement and honors classes. She was an outspoken political activist who rallied friends together to fight injustice. Valaree was also an avid musician. She enjoyed playing her guitar and writing her own songs. Valaree loved attending concerts, exploring nyc, and riding her bike around town. Just recently, she had earned her leaner's permit and bought herself a red Camaro.

She is survived by her loving father, Christopher Schwab; mother, Karen Schwab; sister, Brittney Schwab; brother, Austin Corbett; niece and nephew, Lilliana and Aiden Corbett; paternal grandparents, Mary and Philip Schwab; maternal grandfather, David Ostroski; as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Valaree was preceded in passing by her older brother, Christopher "CJ" Schwab, and maternal grandmother, Cheryl Marzak.

A Funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Pelham, NY at 10am on January 15, 2018. Arrangements are under the care of Pelham Funeral Home. For more information or to leave a condolence please visit www.pelhamfuneral.com