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Charles Switalski Obituary

Switalski, Charles J.

Jan 2, 2025

Of Buffalo, entered into rest on January 2, 2025. Beloved husband of Barbara B. (Krawczyk) Switalski; devoted father of Sharon (James) Zaccarine, Michael (Kathleen) Switalski, Donna Krawczyk (Sandor Stawicki), James (Judith) Switalski, and his late son-in-law Mark Krawczyk; cherished grandfather of Susan, Steve (Elizabeth), Jessica (Jake), Karie (Lucas), Leah (Chris), Melanie (Michael), Matthew, Alicia (Alex), and the late Richelle and Jennifer; adored great-grandfather of Zoe, Keira, Aubrey, Aspen, Aidan (Megan), Karlie, Caleb, Gianna, Joseph, Olivia, Avery, and a soon-to-be twelfth great-grandson; loving son of the late Vincent and Maryanna Switalski; dear brother of the late Regina (Bernard), Angeline, Anne (Raymond), Eleanore (Henry), Dorothy (Arthur), Christina (Irving, George), Aloysius (Betty), Vincent (Martha), Raymond (Wanda), and Arthur (Barbara). Also survived by family and friends.

Relatives and friends may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Southtowns Chapel), 3060 Abbott Rd., Orchard Park, on Thursday (January 9) from 3-7 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday morning at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart RC Church, 3148 Abbott Rd., Orchard Park, at 10 AM. Mr. Switalski was a United States Army Korean War Veteran. Arrangements by Lombardo Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made at www.lombardofuneralhome.com.


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Published by Buffalo News on Jan. 7, 2025.

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Bob Tutko

January 9, 2025

My friend, not just a neighbor, but a life long , loved and respected friend.
I grew up knowing Chuck as a great family man, father of our friends, Sharon, Mike, Jimmy and Donna. My prayers are with you all, and especially "Mrs. Swit", Barbara.
Love to you all,
Bob "Bobby" Tutko

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Mass of Christian Burial

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Our Lady of the Sacred Heart

3148 Abbott Road, Orchard Park, NY 14127

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3060 Abbott Rd, Orchard Park, NY 14127

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