Obituaries
John Lawrence Swider, Jr.
August 26, 1953 - January 13, 2022
- Funeral
- January 22, 2022 | 11:30 A.M.
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Chapelstreet Church
3435 Keslinger Road
Geneva, Illinois -
Burial Location
Private
God called John home on January 13, 2022. John Lawrence Swider, Jr. was born August 26, 1953 in Chicago, Illinois to John Lawrence Swider, Sr. and Delores Swider.
John is survived by three children, Jessica (Olivier Tardif-Drolet) Swider, John “Josh” (Jessica) Swider III and Jackie Swider, a granddaughter, Liana Drolet, his mother, Delores, a brother, Michael (Nancy) Swider and a sister, Nancy (Jeff Peltz) Swider-Peltz, Sr.
He was preceded in death by his father, John Lawrence Swider, Sr.
John was talented in many aspects of his life. He was a successful entrepreneur with an extraordinary work ethic. He loved building things. Prior to his career in construction, he was in the school system as a dean of students.
His children were his biggest passion. He especially loved attending their athletic activities and was so proud of them. John was fiercely competitive. He was a three sport college athlete at Wheaton College. He continued to support the College by regularly attending football games and other various activities.
John impacted everybody he met with his infectious personality. He was a man of faith. He will be deeply missed.
Memorial service will be held 11:30AM, Saturday, January 22nd at Chapelstreet Church, 3435 Keslinger Road, Geneva, Illinois.
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Julie Bogacki-Davis from Grand Junction, CO
"Dear Nancy & Mrs. Swider. So sorry to hear of your loss. I think of your family often & you will be in my thoughts during this difficult time 💜"
Helen and Gary Martin from Park Ridge, IL
"so sorry for your family's loss. he looked quite vibrant. I'm sure he was very proud of his sister and nephew/niece."
Beth Chittenden from Bluemont, VA
"Jessica,Josh and Jackie, so sorry for the loss of your dad. My love and prayers are with you all. Aunt Beth."
Becky Hallock from McHenry, IL
"So sorry for your family's loss. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers during this time. Please rest in God's gentle peace."
Megan from South Elgin, IL
"He was so loved and will be forever missed. We love you, Swider family"
Richard Winzeler from Santa Barbara, CA
"So sorry to learn about John's passing. He was a great guy, from an incredible family. I'm praying for comfort for Delores, Mike, Nancy and John's extended family.."
MICHAEL ELDER from Lake In The Hills, IL
"There are no words that can ease your pain. May the love you have for him, as he had for you, carry you through this difficult time."
Henry Emilio from Elyria, OH
"John was my roommate at Wheaton College. I have many fond memories of him during our college days. He was a loyal caring friend and will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathy to all his family."
Paul and Susan Callaway from Wheaton , IL
"Sending our love and deep sympathy to John’s family at this very difficult time. His enthusiasm for life, his love of his family and friends was so evident. May Gods great love bring you peace and comfort today and until we are reunited in heaven."
Marty Quinn from Hoffman Estates, IL
"I was so sorry to hear about John. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. John and I coached football together at Lake Park High School. When I was the assistant principal he was my dean of students. A great guy. He will be missed dearly by so many. Once again my thoughts and prayers to his family and friends."
Janet Whitlock Towle from Lake Villa, IL
"RIP, neighbor."