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November 17, 1928 to April 6, 2011.Passed peacefully at the Hospice Niagara with his three sons by his side after acourageous battle with cancer. Predeceased by his wife of 52 years, Anne Swait (Pollock), and eldest son John. Don is succeeded by his boys Kevin (Max), Allan (John) and Steven (Anne) and grandchildren Jason, Jordan, Michael and Joshua, stepdaughters Judy and Christy and their Families, Karen, David (Judy), Darren, Patric and Celesse. Don will be forever remembered as a gentleman who always treated everyone with respect. His strength and love of the sea will be missed. A celebration of Don’s life will be held at St.John’s Dixie Funeral Centre, 737 Dundas Street, East (northeast corner of Dundas and Cawthra in Mississauga) on Saturday, April 16, 2011 from 2:00 – 4:00 PM in the Magnolia Room. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to The Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Hospice Niagara Stabler Centre at www.hospiceniagara.ca
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22 Guestbook Entries
April 9, 2011 | Al LeFort and Jeanne Sipel
To the Swait family:
Our sincerest condolences to all of you.Don has touched many lives throughout his life and everyone whose life he touched shares your loss today.Jeanne and I have lost a great friend and you have lost a good father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
April 9, 2011 | Frank Tantillo/Jason Venema
Our sincere condolences to the entire family.
April 9, 2011 | John and Donna Perney
We offer our deepest sympathy to the Swait family. Don was a caring, well read, wise and energetic friend. He was a bright element in our lives. His life’s work bettered the condition of so many people, through his genuine dedication, hard work and personal sacrifice.
We enjoyed and are thankful for our time with Don and Anne. Their memory will stay with us; we will never forget them.
April 9, 2011 | Paul Goodman
Warm thoughts to you Al and your family.
Hugs, Paul
April 10, 2011 | Sid and Anje Buma
Our deepest condolences in the passing of your father and grandfather.
We had the privilage to live beside your parents for several years and had a great relationship together. We shared many glasses of wine together and always had a wonderful time.
We lost contact since we both moved. We wish you all strength.
April 11, 2011 | Lora
To the Swait family,
Please accept my deepest condolences on your loss. I enjoyed talking with your father while i was there about those darned maple leafs and how they probably won’t make it to the playoffs yet again. I especially enjoyed cody, he would always follow me or check up on me to make sure i wouldn’t leave without giving him his treats. It was a pleasure working for your father, i will miss him.
April 12, 2011 | Barbara & Stan Alford
We were very sorry to hear about your Dad. We are not able to travel. We had several visits with Don & Anne in Florida & at their house. Cousin Barbara Forster (sister to Bill Forster) was born the same year as Don. Love and best wishes!
April 12, 2011 | Mike & Mano
We are very sorry for your loss Allan. Our sincere condolences to you & your family & know he is in a better place. God bless.
With Love,
Mike & Mano
April 13, 2011 | Rob Haskell and Sue Treleaven
Kevin, Al and Steve,
Words alone cannot express our sympathy on the death of your beloved father. To say that his time with us was far too short is an understatement. The reality is that he will be sorely missed by all who loved and knew him.
No doubt the outpouring of sympathy you have received since his parting has been of some consolation.
Hopefully it will serve as a reminder to you of how well-loved and liked he was.
We hope that you and your families will find peace and comfort in knowing that his suffering is over and that his just rewards await him.
May God bless you and your wonderful families.
Sue and Rob
April 13, 2011 | Superior Propane
To Steve and family.
Our deepest condolences to you and your family for the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
April 13, 2011 | Ralph Hartley and Nathan Eidelson
Allan and Swait Family,
Heartfelt condolences to you, Al, and to your family also. Please know that our prayers and warmest feelings go out to all of you. Nathan’s brother just passed away April 3rd, so we know something of your hurt and loss. It is in times like these that we need to express our support of each other! Please remember that you have ours both pphysically and spiritually.
April 13, 2011 | terry ross-hardy
thru purolator courier & the teamster union, i was truly blessed with meeting two of the finest people i have every known, don & anne swait. i am so very sorry to hear of don’s passing, but know that he has left his foot print on the lives of thousands of employees across canada & around the world. without don’s guidance, advice, kindness & compassion, i would have lost my position as a courier; instead i was able to retire, with a pension! don was gifted in many ways, his soldiers he worked on so diligently, appreciating an excellent scotch, wonderful story telling, a deep love of his wife anne & his family, and never giving up on those toronto maple leafs! DON, YOU WILL BE MISSED BY ALL! [so should they keep ron wilson or not?]
April 13, 2011 | Stanley Spencer
And the world is changed again.
T’was a privlege to share such meaningful friendships these past four decades.
Thanks John, for introducing me to Papa Don & Moma Anne.
My heart hurts again for now, but will heal because I learned so many “Swait goodnesses”.
Brothers and, just call if you need or want.
With Love & Respect,
Stan V
April 13, 2011 | Claudio Campagiorni and Walter Wilson
Al, we just got back from vacation and just got the news of your father’s passing. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
April 14, 2011 | Bob , Mat Glenn and Juan
WE all extend our condolences for you and your family at this time
April 14, 2011 | Ray Panasiuk annd Martin Roebuck
Dear Allan and Family
It is with the deepest regret that upon return from holidays we learned of the passing of your Father.
We extend our deepest condolences to you our dear Friend and your entire Family.
Ray and Martin
April 15, 2011 | Port Weller Pharmacy
Our deepest condolences
We will all miss Don
He was a true GENTLEMAN!!!
April 16, 2011 | Marrello Family
Dear Kevin and family,
We want express our deepest condolences for the passing of your father, a fine human being. He has already entered the Pearly Gates, God has him on the “A” list of “His Picks”, the perfect eternal place.
Raff & Ttina
April 17, 2011 | Ralf & Janice Bauch
Allan and the Swait Family,
Our deepest condolences to you and your family in the passing of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad time.
April 17, 2011 | Anna Glauser
I had the privilege of knowing Mr. Swait through Port Weller Pharmacy. He was a class act. He was always funny and sweet, even when he was feeling low. The world is a sadder place for his loss. My condolences to his family.
–Anna Glauser
April 22, 2011 | Shaida & Zulfikarali Premji and Family
Dear Kevin, Maxine and Family,
We want to express our deepest condolences to you and your family for the passing of your father.
May his soul rest in eternal peace.
April 22, 2011 | Shaida & Zulfikarali Premji and Family
Dear Kevin, Max and Family,
We would like to express our deepest condolences for the passing of your father and may his soul rest in eternal peace. Amen