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Michael L. Swiderski
May 23, 1958 - March 1, 2021
- Private
- Funeral
- March 5, 2021 |
- Private
Michael L. Swiderski, died Monday, March 1, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. Mike was born May 23, 1958 in Chicago, Illinois to Louis and Geraldine Swiderski.
On October 2, 1982, he married the love of his life, Laura Petway Swiderski, at St. Peter’s Church in Birmingham, Alabama where he spent his childhood. For the past 38 years, Mike and Laura shared a love for each other that was unmatched, and he always put Laura first before anything else. Mike loved Laura more than any man could love his wife. Their life was filled with love, candor, and laughter. Not only were Mike and Laura partners, but they were also best friends and soulmates that found their most joy by simply being with their friends and family. Their greatest pleasure was simply spending time together.
After graduation from University of Alabama at Birmingham, Mike had an extraordinary career for Amsted Industries spanning 39 remarkable years. Mike started working in Human Resources, and worked through the organization to become President of three Amsted companies. Mike was known for his passion, leadership, mentorship and developing the employees in his organization. Mike made everyone around him better with his leadership, sharp mind, and good humor.
Mike and Laura started their family early and began raising their five children in St. Charles, Illinois. Above and beyond anything else, Mike was most proud of his accomplishments as a father. Mike valued his time as a father coaching, teaching and mentoring his children and so many others. He touched so many lives through Storm basketball, Wasco baseball, Tri-City soccer and additional activities for his children as his passion was teaching children the values of teamwork and leadership. Through his example, he taught his children the importance of always putting others first. Mike was also involved at St. John Newman Church for many years as an Assistant Youth Director. Mike will forever be remembered for his generosity, kindness, love for others and ability to bring humor to any situation. Most recently, Mike’s greatest pleasure came from being Papa to his 6 beautiful grandchildren, and watching his children become parents themselves.
Mike is survived by his wife, Laura, of 38 years, sons David (Suzanne) Swiderski, Scott (Jamie) Swiderski, Joseph Swiderski, Matthew (Audrey) Swiderski and his daughter Amy (Craig) Brown; six grandchildren (Jackson, Abigail and Katherine Swiderski; Michael and Stephen Swiderski; and Emma Brown), his brother Bob (Kelly) Swiderski and dear nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents Louis and Geraldine Swiderski.
The private service for his family will be held at Yurs Funeral Home, St. Charles, Illinois on Friday, March 5th. A celebration of his life will be open to all friends and family at a later date. Information will follow with respect to the celebration of life.
Donations in his name may be made to Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (https://themmrf.org/get-involved/ways-to-donate/) or Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (https://www.jdrf.org/donate/).
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Mark Moore from Carmel , IN
"A true gentleman in every sense of the word. Thinking of your family during these upcoming days & weeks. Will be in my prayers."
Ramesh Ramanathan from Vancouver, WA
"Mike was the President of ConMet when I joined the organization. I quickly understood that Mike was a man who seeks perfection in professional work and inspires and guides the team towards this goal. Mike's demand for perfection allowed room for me to learn from my own mistakes. His open door policy and sense of humor made working for him, worthwhile. His passing is a great loss to our company and to all those who worked for him, but pales in comparison to the loss being suffered by his family. We are going to miss having him around to ask questions and get guidance. My prayers are with his family."
Patti Petway from Vestavia, AL
"He was the best father I have ever met and he adored Laura. My love to Laura and rest of his family. Love Patti Petway"
Patti Hannigan from Pelham, AL
"Mike plays a big part of my high school memories! Watched our Bucs basketball games which Mike was one of the star players. A couple of trips to the beach with friends. Parties at different friends houses. Classes. Church and CCD classes. He and some other buddies gave me my high school nickname of Bean! Mike was a special guy and hate to hear he lost his battle with cancer. He did put up a good fight. Hate he never made a single one of our reunions as something always seemed to come up and he would not be able to make it. Was so hoping he could make this next one now that he retired. But I am thankful to have kept in touch these past 45 years since high school. So blessed to have had a nice visit in Dec 2017 with a few other Berry Bucs. You will forever be missed. God wanted you more... Rest in peace my friend."
Nate Nielsen from Gallatin, TN
"I was only fortunate enough to work under Mike's leadership for 3 years when I came to ConMet. During the time I had with Mike he was always kind, genuine, and took a sincere interest in how I was doing. He is missed. My condolences to all his loved ones."
Frank Rosa from Yorkville , IL
"My deepest condolences to the Swiderski family. Great man. God bless you Mike."
Anne Good from Bell Buckle , TN
"Mike was a great leader and coach to myself and many others during my time at BN. I am so sorry for your loss. He left us too soon. My condolences to the Swiderski family."
Gary & Tina Shanklin from Cullowhee , NC
"Love & prayers for Mike’s family for strength and comfort. His Conmet family will miss him."
Chris Berry from Geneva, IL
"Laura, I’m so very sorry your loss. I know Mike fought his cancer very hard and I’m sure you were the best support ever for him. Sending love and prayers."
Cheryl Miller from Leander, TX
"Dear Laura, Our hearts are heavy for you and your family. Such a good, kind man and I know he will be missed. Praying for peace for you, Joe and the rest of the family. Love, Cheryl and Eric Miller"
Wendy and Collin Pryor from Geneva, IL and Reykjavik, Iceland, IL
"Laura, I’m so very saddened by this news. Mike was such a wonderful person, mentor and coach. He definitely paved the way for Collin’s career in basketball. Collin and I want to extend love and prayers to you and your family. May all of you be comforted by God’s love, comfort and peace during this time of sadness and loss. With love, Wendy and Collin Pryor"
Jeff Fischer from St. Charles, IL
"Mike was a coaching mentor to me for years. It still amazes me that he taught kindergarteners to play on the offensive AND defensive side of the soccer field. Needless to say, but we had very good soccer teams. He also taught me much about coaching youth basketball. We served together for 9 years on the Storm basketball board and were able to change it from a small club to a large organization that still thrives today. Of course Mike will be missed, but he will remain forever in my heart."
Janna from Elburn , IL
"I am so sorry for your loss"
Lindsey Kelderhouse from Lafayette, CO
"I only had the pleasure of meeting Mike a handful of times, but he had a way of making you feel like you’ve known him forever. He was clearly full of love. My heart goes out to his family with deepest sympathy during this time and always."
Donna Niemiec from St. Charles, IL
"Laura, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless"
Donna Niemiec from St. Charles, IL
"Laura, I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you and your family during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all."
Patrick & Tamara Phelan from Kiawah Island , SC
"Laura and entire Swiderski family. We are deeply saddened to hear about your loss. I had the pleasure to work with Mike ( and Bob his brother) also over 27 years at Amsted and at several locations. He was an exemplary leader and more importantly a positive and great all around person. I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you and your entire family during this difficult time. Are prayers are with you all."
Lisa Janeway from Elgin , IL
"The Janeway family sends most profound condolences to the family. A great man gone way to soon. We remember the good times we spent together back in the day. Deeply saddened for Mike and all he left behind. Lisa and Tim Janeway"
Peg and John showalter from St Charles, IL
"Laura and family, We were so saddened to hear of your loss. Mike was a powerful, prayerful presence at St John Neumann for years. There must be great rejoicing at his return HOME while we here are experiencing the loss of his joyful spirit. May the angels escort him into Paradise In gratitude for the gift of his life, John and Peg Showalter"
Bill and Karen Latimer from St. Charles , IL
"Mike was the true word of a gentleman not to mention a mentor. We can see him now coaching a basketball team up in heaven. He will be missed dearly. So sorry for your loss. Please know your family is in our hearts and prayers during this difficult time."