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John Swift Obituary
Swift S.V.D., Father John 92, passed away July 4th, devoted son of the late Thomas and Mary Swift, loving brother of Geraldine Flessar. Wake service Tuesday, 7 p.m., at the Devine Word Residence Chapel, 1901 Waukegan Rd., Techny, IL, 60082. Funeral Mass Wednesday, 10:30 a.m., at the Residence Chapel. Interment St. Mary Cemetery, Techny, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the name of Fr. Swift for the retirement of Our Missionaries at Divine Word Residence, 1901 Waukegan Rd., P.O. Box 6000, Techny, IL, 60082. Arrangements by: N.H. Scott & Hanekamp, 847-998-1020. 
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Sister Maureen Courtney
July 8, 2008
Please accept the prayers of the entire family. Fr. John Swift - Brother Matthew was part of our family. However, it has not been possible to visit him recently.
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