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Stephen Switter Obituary
Stephen E. Switter, age 77, of Stratford, beloved husband of Regina Loch Switter, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2018 in Connecticut Hospice with his loving family by his side. Stephen was born on March 27, 1941 in Bridgeport and was the son of the late Stephen and Catherine Gaeta Switter. He was a native of Southport, CT and enjoyed antiques, trains, coins, sports memorabilia and cheering for the New York Yankees. Stephen was the proprietor of Fairfield Coin Shop in Fairfield for many years, he was a founding member and an associate treasurer of Word of God Christian Church, and he was retired from Fairfield University's Public Safety Department. He cherished spending time with his family, especially his granddaughters. Stephen is survived by his wife, Regina of 45 years, four children, Stephen Switter and wife, Marguerite of Stratford, Edward Switter and wife, Jill of Norwalk, Stephanie Ames and husband, Bryan of Northford and Michael Switter of Stratford, four granddaughters, Madison, Emily, Eden and Elora and several cousins and nieces. A Memorial service will be held on Thursday, August 23, 2018 at 6:00 p.m., officiated by Pastor Diane Jones and Assistant Minister William Feher, in the Galello-Luchansky Funeral Home, 2220 Main Street, Stratford. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. Friends may call on Thursday, August 23, 2018 at the Galello-Luchansky Funeral Home from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Stephen's name to The Connecticut Hospice, 100 Double Beach Road, Branford, CT 06405. To celebrate a life, please visit us at www.galellofuneralhome.com
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Dave Tomasky
August 29, 2018
Steve, my condolences to you and your family. Steve Sr. was a good man and an old friend. I spent countless hours in the coin shop as a child and an adult while working with you at Fairfield Cab. God bless him.
Jim Entwisle
August 26, 2018
Steve was a grade school classmate at St Anthony School, long time friend and neighbor in Southport ... so sorry to hear of his passing..
Larry janulis
August 22, 2018
Steve was a good friend, We had many good times as kids growing up in southport, Rest in peace my friend. Condolences to his family,
Jeanne Di Muzio
August 22, 2018
Gina
Sending love and strength during this difficult time. So enjoyed watching the love story between you and Steve. The heavenly choir has gained a super angel.
gloria soviero-hrynewsky
August 22, 2018
to my great cousin. i wish we could go back in time. we had some fun times together. rest in peace
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