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Alan Swartz Obituary
He was born May 3, 1979 to Marty and Peggy Swartz, and married his soul mate Mystica Shuss in Perry Ohio on January 7, 2007.
Alan graduated from Madison High School in 1997 and pursued a trade in plumbing in which he was very accomplished. He was most proud of working hard to provide for his wife and boys. Alan was a body builder who kept a healthy and fit lifestyle. He enjoyed his yard and made sure it was well groomed. Alan loved his children, and some favorite activities were walking to Geneva High School to play a game called, "Snakes," bike riding, and sledding. His family was the light of his life.
Alan is survived by his wife, Mystica (nee Shuss); children Adler, Dieter, Madox and Jax Swartz; parents Marty and Peggy Swartz; brother Brian Swartz; nieces Alyssa, Alexandra, Ariana, and Aubrey Swartz; and in-laws Maureen Kempert and Leo Shuss; Aunt Eileen and Uncle Vince Zelenka.
He was preceded in death by his loving grandparents Joseph and Florence Lee, and Norman and Roberta Swartz.
Friends will be received 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, December 5, 2014 at The Behm Family Funeral Home, 175 South Broadway Rd, Geneva, Ohio, 44041.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. Saturday, December 6, 2014 at Assumption Catholic Church, 594 West Main St, Geneva, Ohio, 44041. Final resting place will be Evergreen Cemetery in Geneva.
Contributions may be made to the Alan Swartz Memorial Fund in care of Painesville Credit Union, 280 North Saint Clair Street, Painesville, Ohio, 44077.
Online obituary may be found at behmfuneral.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Alan Swartz
Elizabeth Woodby
November 26, 2020
Still missing your smiling face and your joking demeanor! You will forever be missed!
Valerie Cox
December 11, 2014
Such a hard time of year to lose a loved one...saying and giving prayers for the family.
December 7, 2014
May God always give you comfort through the tears, the heavy grief, the laughter, the sorrow, the confusion, and the anger. The stages will come and they will pass. We all will be praying.
December 6, 2014
Mystic and family-
We are so sorry for the loss of Alan. I knew your family from Assumption as I helped in Alder's class. When your family came to Madison's birthday party Alan and my husband caught the kids from sledding into the road. Alan's passing will is a huge loss to everyone that knew him as well as his family. Hannah Fairbanks- Madison's Grandmother
Cindy Rosato
December 6, 2014
Mystica & boys i'm so very sorry for your loss. Words can not say enough. Sending you my thoughts and prayers.
Cindy Rosato
December 6, 2014
Mystica & boys. I'm so very sorry for loss of your husband & father. Your in my thoughts and prayers.Words can't say enough in your time of loss.
Elizabeth Murray
December 5, 2014
You are all in my thoughts and prayer! With much love and light, Elizabeth
Scott Karako
December 5, 2014
My deepest condolences to Mystica the kids and all the family. R.I.P. "Big Al".
Michelle Avalos
December 5, 2014
So very very sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my prayers.
Jamie Grisdale
December 5, 2014
Your smile, laughter and kindness will always be remembered Alan. I love n miss u! thoughts n prayers go out to his family.
Vangie Stark
December 4, 2014
There is no amount of words to describe such sadness and sorry we feel about what happened to Alan but through prayers...may GOD rest his soul in peace, may He send some angels your way and your four beautiful children to bring comfort, love, support, and healing that you need in His time. Sending you lots of prayers. Sincerely, Vangie and family
Mr&Mrs.Guy Grisdale
December 4, 2014
Our deepest sympathy & prayers for he truly was a decent good man! May The Lord comfort you now & always!
Nicoleta
December 3, 2014
May God comfort you and your beautifulfamilyin this difficult time.RIP
Donna (lyons) jones
December 3, 2014
we are so sorry for your loss, praying for your family during this time
Sharon Jones
December 3, 2014
So sorry for your loss. May you find peace and healing in this difficult time. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Aileen Lazuka
December 3, 2014
Mystica, Adler, Dieter, Madox, & Jax... You all know we are here for you. We are praying for Alan and the beautiful family he has. I am still so shocked about it all. Even though his time here on Earth has ended, just know he is waiting for you in Heaven. Love you!!
December 3, 2014
Mystica and family, Please accept my sympathy in the loss of Alan. You and the boys are in my thoughts and prayers, Midge
December 3, 2014
Alan had a smile that could light up a room, i have known Alan for a long time, probably one of the nicest people i have ever met.
December 3, 2014
My heart cries out for all of you and I pray that you keep your strength and peace by leaning on Christ. There is no other place on Earth that will be equal. Please, know I am thinking of you and I'm so sorry.
Brianna Siler
December 3, 2014
Sorry for your loss he will be missed my son Michael siler was sad when I told him he was in ur perschool class . Pray for your loss and family.
Linda Csepegi
December 3, 2014
Sorry, to hear the loss of Alan it brought back so many memories of the soccer team, my prayers go out to the family.
Roy Froebe
December 3, 2014
Mystica and Boys
Alan was great man and friend gone too soon. Mystica you and the boys will be ion my prayers and thoughts.
Ed & Doris Moran
December 3, 2014
My condolences to the family. We were really saddened and shocked when we heard the news. God bless you and your family.
MARCIA TEITELBAUM
December 3, 2014
Mystica and Boy's,
All I can remember is Alan's great personality and humor. I will remember him in this positive light for these thoughts of him are eternal. I am sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and your family to find peace at this difficult time.
Marcia Goldman Teitelbaum
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Bob & Sharon Naso
December 3, 2014
Peggy & Marty....So very sorry for your loss. Alan was such a joy to know. Our deepest sympathy to you and yours!! May your memories of happier times touch your heart in the days to come.
Angel Wojtonek
December 3, 2014
Mystica,
Very sorry for your loss. Love and prayers to you and your entire family during this difficult time.
December 3, 2014
Dear Mystica & boys,
We are so very sorry for your loss! Our hearts are breaking! You all will be in our thoughts and prayers! Much love, Linda, Glenn, Eric & Anna Richmond
Elizabeth woodby
December 3, 2014
I worked with Alan at Lyondell and he was a realy great guy..I am so sorry for your loss and I am praying for you and the boys. He always talked about his family.
Kim Couch
December 2, 2014
I am so sorry to hear about the sadden news of your loss of your beloved son. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.May GOD BLESS you all and help you through this terrible ordeal. Thinking of you.
ken Hickman
December 2, 2014
My prayers go out to the whole Swartz family!
randy trice
December 2, 2014
Praying for you all at this time and will continue to do so. Christian sends his love and prayers to the boys as well. The Randy Trice Family
Chrissy Hendrickson (Clark)
December 2, 2014
My heart aches for you and the boys. I'm so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you family and friends.
love,
christy Hendrickson ,Rick and Debbie Clark
December 2, 2014
My dear Mystica, my heart and prayers are with you and the boys. I'm always near for whatever you may need. Much love, Tracey Eland
phil young
December 2, 2014
I am so sorry Swartz family. I always loved Alan almost like another little brother all those years playing soccer.
December 2, 2014
Mystica,
My thoughts and prayers go to you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Deborah Frye
Brenda Alvord
December 2, 2014
I am so sorry to hear this. Alan spent time at our house during his school years with our son, Brad. Our thoughts & prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
Noreen Fults
December 2, 2014
Mystica, I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. He was a dear friend of Larry's from school. I have a lot of fond memories with Alan. He was such a kind and gentle person. If you need anything, please let me know.
andy white
December 2, 2014
So sorry to here about alan havent seen him in years
Shaw Welch
December 2, 2014
I haven't seen Alan for a very long time, but I remember fondly going the the Swartz house as a kid and hanging out, watching movies, and skateboarding in the back yard with Alan and Brian. So sad to hear of this great loss! My family will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Deanna Patton
December 2, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family in this difficult time. May the memories you had together forever be in your heart
December 2, 2014
So sorry for your loss, my prayers are with the family.
Natalie Kolman
December 2, 2014
Mystica,
Please accept my thoughts and prayers to you and your family! May god hold you all in his hands to guide you through.
Joel Delp
December 2, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of your loss! I haven't seen Alan for a long time but everything I remember of him was completely positive and uplifting! You all will be in our prayers!
Keith Doughty
December 2, 2014
Wow, Worked with Al at chemical plant in Fairport Harbor. Worked together for about 5 years, we both got hired on the same day. And for my last about 2 years we worked on the same shift. My deepest condolences to Mystica the kids and all the family. R.I.P. "Big Al", too soon for you bro.
Cyndi Collins
December 2, 2014
Peggy and Marty, So very sorry for the loss of your son. He was a very pleasant young man and a wonder friend to all. He will be remembers fondly. God Bless You All!
lindsey schupska
December 2, 2014
Spent a lot of time with Alan through out my teen and early 20's...he was a great guy and this is so sad! My condolences to his family!
michael berkowitz
December 2, 2014
I'm very sorry for your loss I knew Alan for a long time , and he was a great guy it broke my heart to hear this news today. May God comfort your family during this time
December 2, 2014
Everyone new Al as the happy guy, he always had a smile on his face and never said anything negative. My wife and kids met him at the movie theater in mentor after a long day of work. He was so happy to be able to meet his wife and kids for a movie. He cared ALOT about being able to to things with and for his familty. Seeing Al's smiling face in the morning will be missed. Smiles are contagious and you alway put a smile on our face. Thank you for that, you will be missed.
Sara Terrasi
December 2, 2014
Mystica and family. I am so very sorry for your loss. Please if you need anything at all just ask.
Jennifer Farley
December 2, 2014
Mystica and family we are saddened to hear of Alan's passing. If there is anything we can do please dont hesitate.
( Noah's mom)
Brandy DelBrocco/Breen
December 2, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. My family sends their prayers and condolences. God Bless.
We'll always be watched
Claudia Bentley
December 2, 2014
Dear Peggy & Marty,
I am in shock over this sad news...
So good, so kind and so Loving... Alan was a true treasure. What a Blessing to have had him touch our lives.
Love & Prayers,
Claudia
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