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THEODORE SWANSINGER Obituary
THEODORE V. SWANSINGER "Ted"
On Thursday, July 25, 2013, of Wheaton, MD. Beloved husband of 55 years to Loretta D. Swansinger; father of Matt, Terry, Barbara and the late Kathy Swansinger; grandfather of Nicholas (Heather), Hunter, and Kaylee; great-grandfather of Zachary and Sophia; brother of Marge Yarosz. Also survived by many loving family members and friends. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Monday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Catherine Laboure, Veirs Mill & Claridge Roads, Wheaton, MD on Tuesday, July 30 at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Memories and Condolences
for THEODORE SWANSINGER
Michael Money
July 30, 2013
Matt and the rest of the Swansinger Family. I just want to let you know that you are in my prayers. God Bless and May God lead you through these difficult times.
Joan Glaze
July 29, 2013
Dear Loretta ,My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. So sorry for your loss.
Chris Bolling
July 29, 2013
Sending hugs and prayers to my dear friend Barbara and her family. Know that he is a peace now.
Diane (Swansiger) Myers
July 29, 2013
Dear Aunt Loretta & Family-
Thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time.
I have many fond memories of when I was young and you & Uncle Ted would visit my parents, Andy & Dorothy,in Windber. It was always nice to see all of the relatives at our house over the years!
David Wilson
July 29, 2013
May god bless your soul and family during this time of loss , I guess I can say I've been friends of yours and Matt for over 30 plus years , again as you sit next to the Heavenly Father now I hope you and the Swansinger family know you also hold your daughters hand again in heaven , god bless all of you and note that I'm here for all and certainly Matt if needed .
Brian Driscoll
July 29, 2013
Ted faced his illness with courage, a smile on his face, and concern for others. We will all miss him.
Dolores Vaccaro
July 29, 2013
I will miss Ted on his visits. We had great times together. A. Lot of good memories.
Love you all.
Joe Vaccaro
July 28, 2013
I always enjoyed your company when you visited. You and Loretta were so kind to come out. I am sorry you left so soon, you will be missed by all your extended family. I know you are at peace now.
David J. Carter
July 28, 2013
May God bless you in this hour of sorrow.
Anne Cutter (Cronin)
July 28, 2013
Uncle Ted will be missed by my family and I. He was a gentle quiet man (most of the time) with eyes that you could see warm up with love when he looked at Aunt Loretta and his famiy. I am sorry that life is so busy we couldn't take the time to see each other. Peace and love.
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