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Andrew Swan Obituary

SWAN, Andrew R. "Andy" 35 years old, of Framingham, died Tuesday, February 8, 2011 at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, surrounded by family, after a courageous year-long battle with lung cancer. Andy was the husband of Jennifer M. (Meyer) Swan. Born in Framingham, son of Robert S. and Irene T. (Wenten) Swan, he grew up in Framingham. Andy was a graduate of Framingham High School Class of 1993 and graduated with honors from The Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Film and Video. After college, Andy followed his dream to write, direct, and make movies, culminating in several Independent Film Festival awards. He was an avid Boston sports fan, an outstanding lacrosse player at Penn State, and loved to ride his Harley Davidson motorcycle. In addition to his wife and parents, Andy leaves behind his four-year old son, Nicholas A. Swan of Framingham, his beloved brother Timothy S. Swan of Somerville, and Tim's fiancee, Ann Jacques of Derry, NH. A Funeral Service will take place on Saturday, February 12, 2011 at 12:00 noon at Eugene J. McCarthy and Sons Funeral Home, 11 Lincoln St., FRAMINGHAM. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend. Calling hours at the funeral home will be on Friday, February 11, 2011 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Andy's memory to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Thoracic Oncology Department, 44 Binney St., Boston, MA 02115.

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Published by Boston Globe from Feb. 9 to Feb. 10, 2011.

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February 12, 2011

I never met Andy there was never a conversation that I had with Tim that his name was not mentioned at least once.
Andy, you were a good man. I hope I can be half the father,brother, and friend that you were.

February 12, 2011

Sorry for you loss, but celebrating Andy's life. Great memories of mission trips and summer camps. Pray God's comfort for each of you.
Allyson Clark, Boylston, MA

Jessica LeBlanc

February 12, 2011

Mr & Mrs Swan, Jennifer,Tim, my thoughts and prayers are with you today...I can't imagine the depth of pain you are walking through. But I am praying you will feel the strength of our God that walks through it beside you.
I will always remember sharing lots of laughs with Andy in the church youth group growing up :) The Swan brother were always part of the action. May God continue to walk beside you in the days to come,with strength for your spirit Jennifer, and light for your path. With love and fond memories, Jessica

February 12, 2011

To the entire Swan Family: It saddened us to learn of Andy's illness and your loss. We have very special memories of your family at FBC Sudbury while we were there in the 1990s and especially Andy and Tim in Youth Group. May our Lord give you comfort in the weeks ahead.

Rev. David and Pat Platt
Louisville, KY

Timothy Renzi

February 11, 2011

Mr Swan & Family - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Andy was a very kind young man when we were in Troop 12 together, and I always enjoyed spending time with the two of you on our trips. My heart goes out to you with hopes that you make it through this trying time.

Bernadette Comerford

February 11, 2011

To Bob & family,
I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time
Sincerely Bernie Comerford

Nancy Weiner

February 11, 2011

Heartfelt sympathy on the loss of Andy. My husband, Arthur, and I were Prior Drive neighbors when Andy and Tim were young. I have many happy memories of our get togethers in the circle.
May you all be comforted by friends and family at this sad time.
Nancy Weiner

February 10, 2011

Dear Bob, Irene, Jennifer, Nicholas & Tim,

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I know how special your son, husband, father and brother is to you and will remain so, even now under these sad circumstances.

Praying that the Lord will comfort you with His peace… surround you in His love… and encourage you with His presence.

Love, Randy & Karen DeDea

Mark & Ellen Gornstein

February 10, 2011

Dearest Tim, Bob, Irene, Jen, and Nick:

Please accept our deepest heartfelt sympathies on the passing our beloved Andy. Today, there is a hole in the hearts of everyone whom Andy touched and loved.
His brilliance will be sorely missed by all. One of God’s greatest gifts has been taken from us.
His memory will be cherished.
God bless and keep the Swan Family in this time of sorrow.
With love;
Mark & Ellen Gornstein

Denise O'Mara

February 10, 2011

Bob and family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Sandi Plunkett-Richiazzi-Natoli

February 10, 2011

To Bob, Irene, Tim and Jen and Nicholas:
I have been following Andy's fight all year and I am so very sorry for your loss.
Andy was my paper boy on Prior Drive, next door to Arthur and Nancy Weiner. I had 2 children. Andy was the nicest boy. Having lost my own son 8 years ago, I feel your pain and loss.
Please accept my sincerest condolences.
Andy will never be forgotten.
Sandi (Plunkett) Richiazzi-Natoli

Melissa (Ferraro) Hall

February 10, 2011

My sympathies go out to Andy's family. Such a painful loss. I went to High School with Andy. He will be sorely missed.

Sandy & Barry Schlosberg

February 10, 2011

Andy, you were too young to pass. Your courage during this difficult time was apparently incredible. Our family remembers you from your very early days of Framingham Youth Soccer and your days at Stapleton School. To his family, our sincere sympathy to all of you. The Schlosberg Family

February 10, 2011

Bob, God's blessings and peace are sent to you and your family at this time. My prayers are with you. Dinah

Sheri Basile

February 10, 2011

To Andy's wonderful family and friends: Please accept my sympathy on the deep loss you're feeling. You are in my thoughts and in my prayers. Sheri Basile

February 10, 2011

My heartfelt condolence to his family. Bob, his father, is a co-worker of mine. Nellie N

February 10, 2011

To the Swan family,
We send our heartfelt condolences to all of you on the loss of Andy. We will keep you in our prayers.
Rhonda, Steve, Dan, and Lindsey Gabovitch

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