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Edward Swider Obituary

Swider, Edward R. 63, of Chicago, passed away May 11, 2004 after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Beloved father of Kristina (Jim) Frale, Kim (Mike) Restivo and Edward (Kimberly), loving grandfather of Gianna, Alexa, Mia and Anthony, cherished son of Bernice and brother of John. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, May 13, 11 a.m. at St. John Brebeuf Church, 8307 N. Harlem, Niles. Visitation private. Interment Maryhill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Rainbow Hospice, 444 N. Northwest Hwy., Suite 145, Park Ridge, IL, 60068. For info., Lawrence Funeral Home, Chicago, 773-736-2300.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 12, 2004.

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Etta Tomczyk

May 13, 2004

Scott and I want to share our condolences with you and your family.He was just one great guy and will be greatly missed.

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