Lawrence J. Swirtz

Lawrence J. Swirtz obituary, Bloomington, MN

Lawrence J. Swirtz

Lawrence Swirtz Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Feb. 20 to Feb. 21, 2013.
Swirtz, Deacon Lawrence J. age 86 of Bloomington, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family February 19, 2013. Preceded in death by parents, Vincent and Christine; brothers, Ralph, Wick and Dick. Survived by loving wife Pat of 64 years; children, Tom, Sharon (William) Maus, Christine (Jeff) Vaala, Greg (Molly), and Michael (Lisa); grandchildren, Kristen, Katie, Sean, Katie, Patrick, Megan, Ryan, Grace, Kilian, Meredith, Brendon, Luke, and Matthew; great-grandson, Charlie; baby niece, Dorothy. State Farm agent for 39 years. Larry was ordained a Catholic Deacon on June 10, 1978, he was very active in the Archdiocese. He will be remembered as a man dedicated to family, social justice and his church. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred. Mass of Christian Burial Friday, Feb. 22, 6 PM at St. Edward's Catholic Church, 9401 Nesbitt Ave, Bloomington. Visitation 2 hours prior to the service at the church. www.Washburn-McReavy.com Werness Brothers 952-884-8145

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February 24, 2013

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February 23, 2013

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February 22, 2013

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Ed Ratner

February 24, 2013

My thoughts are with your family at this difficult time. I was introduced to Larry by my father and trusted and valued him and State Farm since I got my drivers license 40 years ago.

Marilyn Peller Nelson

February 23, 2013

Sharon and Bill - I was so sorry to hear of your dad's death. My mom told me last night. I will keep your family in my prayers.

February 22, 2013

We will miss Larry's beautiful smile, kind words and his helping hands at Loaves and Fishes. Pat, our prayers are with you and your family. love, Kris and Paul McCullough

Lorraine Duffy

February 22, 2013

My dear friend Pat and family: I was so sorry to read of Larry's death. He was such a great man, husband and father. I'm so lucky to have so many memories of him as a young man and his lovely wife. Will keep him in our prayers along with the rest of the family.
Love, from Stephen and Lorraine Bove Duffy , Mesa, AZ

Debby Krzmarcik

February 22, 2013

I am sorry for your loss and will remember your father-in-law and your family in my prayers. Hopefully there are alot of happy memories to get you through this difficult time.

Shirley Palmer

February 21, 2013

Dear Pat and family ,
I am happy for all the good times we had with you and your family. I am sure Larry has his halo by now and I hope you all are doing well. You can all be proud of the man he was and the life he led. My best to you all, Shirley Palmer

Kathy Peterson (Palmer)

February 21, 2013

Dear Pat and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy at the passing of one so loved and admired. Larry, his brothers and his parents have long been near and dear to the Mathews and the Palmer families. They were treasured neighbors and friends for generations! May God bless and keep you all and give you peace and comfort at this difficult time - I know he shines as a Deacon in heaven now, reunited with his loved ones. On behalf of the Palmer and Mathews families, we send you our love and condolences.

February 21, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time. May the memories keep him alive forever in your hearts.

Kristy Lamoureux

February 21, 2013

Pat, Tom and All, Thinking of you all. - Kristy, Ryan, Nolan and Abby Lamoureux

Lisa Killingsworth-Watermolen

February 21, 2013

Dear Pat and family. I'm so sorry to hear of Larry's passing. I have so many fond memories of him at the office when I would go in to see my mom! You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

February 21, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Pat and Anita Plunkett (Chrissy's college friend)

February 21, 2013

Dear,Pat. We are deeply saddened at the passing of our dear friend, Larry. He was a wonderful husband, father and deeply religious leader for us all. Our hearts are aching that we will not be in town and are unable to attend the celebration of his life.Our prayers are with you and the whole Swirtz family. Love, Eileen and Dan Ivory

Jan (Balfanz) Seeger

February 21, 2013

What a wonderful man, father, grandfather, uncle and husband to Pat to all these years. I feel honored to have known him and have so many fond memories of life with the Swirtz family while growing up. My heart is sad for your loss as I know he will be missed terribly in the days ahead. I think Larry was welcomed to heaven and cheered by a band of angels claiming "Bravo ... well done". My love to all of you. Tom, Sharon, Chrissy, Greg and Michael -- thank you for sharing your dad with me while growing up.

Tammy Turner

February 20, 2013

Dr Maus and family My heart goes out to you and your family. Sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you all.

Patricia Keogh

February 20, 2013

Dear Pat and family,So sad to hear the news on line in Ireland. We'll miss dear Larry. Love from Pat and Des Keogh

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