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Stephen Szwalla Obituary
- - Stephen John Szwalla passed away peacefully at home on April 23, 2019. He was predeceased by his late wife Monika and his beloved daughter Mona Bohn.
He is survived by his wife, Sharon Gilman, daughter Tina Lavoie, step-sons Walter Tanner and James (Sarah) Tanner, son- in-law Stanley Slick, grandsons Michael (Sarah) Bohn, Christopher (Anndrea) Bohn, Tristan Lavoie, granddaughters Sam, Rachel, Christy, Alex, Jamie and Zoey, great grandchildren Elizabeth and Oliver, his father-in law, Walter Galloway, brothers Donald (Audrey) Tiderencel, John Szwalla, Tony (Nancy) Szwalla, and several beloved nieces and nephews. Stephen is also survived by his loyal dog and constant sidekick, Jackfrost.
Stephen served in the U.S. Army in Germany as a Photo Lab Operations Specialist, receiving a Good Conduct Medal. He retired from Singer Link and later from Broome Developmental Center. He was an avid fisherman, hunter, photographer, and videographer.
He was an outstanding and loving Father, Grandfather, and Great Grandfather and a loyal and generous friend to all those lucky enough to have known him.
The family wishes to extend its sincere thanks and appreciation to the kind and caring support of the Lourdes Hospice Staff. A Military Service will be held at 3:00 Monday, April 29, at the Mikeska Funeral Home, 161 Clinton Street, Binghamton, New York.
The family will receive family and friends at the Mikeska Funeral Home from 1 PM until the time of the Service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to Lourdes Hospice in Binghamton, NY.
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John Kabanek
May 4, 2019
Sharon, So very sorry to hear the news and hope your memories of the good times you and Steve shared will help you during this most difficult time. Thinking of you - God Bless, John & Cathy
Kathleen Gould-Mitchell
May 2, 2019
Sharon, Tina, Mike and Sara, Chris and Andrea, and all of Steve's family : Steve was like my second Dad-not just a neighbor but family; taking care of anything I needed.. his ladder, his fire extinguisher, my roaming cats and dogs, the end of my icy/snowy driveway... the list goes on and on. The hardest part of moving away was leaving my wonderful neighbor..rarely is someone so blessed xxoo , I am sorry I couldn't be there to send Steve off to heaven where he will be holding Mona in his arms, but I have been thinking of you all and know that your memories will live on forever.. I will miss you Steve! Love Kathi Mitchell
Sheree Connell
April 28, 2019
Tina, so sorry for the loss of your Dad. Sharon, so sorry for the loss of your Husband. Michael and Christopher, so sorry for the loss of your Grandfather. He is at peace and in the arms of his loved ones in Heaven. God Bless You All.
Patricia Bresee
April 28, 2019
Stephen was so dear to his grandchildren, especially Michael.
April 28, 2019
Sharon and Family
So very sorry to learn of Steve's passing. He was a kind man and pleasure to work with.
Eileen and Brian Southern.
Sheree Connell
April 28, 2019
May Gods strength be with all of you during this very sad time. It was a pleasure knowing him. May he rest in peace.
Sandi Ailport
April 27, 2019
Sharon condolences to you and other family members. I grew up with Steve and loved him dearly and he will be missed
Sue Smacher
April 27, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Nancy, and to your extended family. I hope in time your memories will remove the sadness from your hearts.
Mark and Sue Smacher
Cheryl Middendorf
April 27, 2019
So sorry to hear of Steve's passing. Liked Steve a lot, he will be missed by all who knew him Always enjoyed working with him.May he rest in peace. Cheryl & Bob Middendorf.
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April 27, 2019
Sharon - So sorry to hear about Steve. May your memories sustain you through this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Julia
Ronald (Spud) Williams
April 26, 2019
To the Szwalla Family:
While time has pushed us in our separate ways; we will never forget any of the Szwallas. I looked up to all of you growing up. And I had the utmost respect for Steve. I do know that my older brother Steve was named after him. The Williams family will forever have a special place in our hearts for each and every one of you. Some of my earliest memories was going to "Mommy Anne's" on Conklin Ave to visit her with my Mom. Steve has now joined them all in heaven . It was a privilege knowing Steve. God bless you all
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