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1968
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2016
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3200 Black at Essington Roads
Joliet, Illinois
Mark Swatek Obituary
Age 48, of Channahon, IL, died unexpectedly Wednesday August 3, 2016. He was born February 8, 1968 in Hammond, Indiana and was raised in Dolton, IL, a graduate of Thornton High School with the Class of 1986. A U.S. Army Veteran, Mark served as a Ranger Medic. Beloved husband of 18 years to JoAnne (nee McCann); loving father of the late Stephon, Kelsie, Erin, Kyle, Meghan and Hailey Swatek; proud grandpa of Sufian and Qassam Atik; dearest son of Christine (nee Zygmunt) and Kenneth W. Swatek and cherished son-in-law of Lois McCann. Fond brother of Kenneth (Daphne) Swatek, Jr., Sandra (Ron) Hettel, Michael Swatek, Gerald (Lynn) Swatek, Keith (Tracy) Swatek and Brent Swatek. Many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends also survive. Mark was a Safety Specialist/Deputy Fire Chief of Flint Hills Resources in Joliet and had also served the Channahon Fire Department for 10 years as well as the Dolton Fire Department for 8 years. He loved being a firefighter, enjoyed the outdoors immensely, was a fan of the Cubs and Blackhawks, however, his family was always his priority. Funeral services for Mark Swatek will be held at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black Rd. (at Essington Rd.) Joliet. Visitation will be held Sunday, August 7, 2016 from 2 - 8 p.m. and Monday morning, August 8, 2016 from 9 a.m. until services begin at 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home. As it was Mark's wish, cremation rites will be accorded following services. In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name can be made to Camp I Am Me (Illinois Burn Camp), P.O. Box 911, Mt. Prospect, IL, 60056. For information (815) 741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mark Swatek
Susan Rogge
August 6, 2016
May this candle light guide you through your journey in heaven. Rest In Peace
Susan Rogge
August 6, 2016
JoAnn & family,
Our hearts and prayers go out to you & your family. When you came to the house to tell us about Mark's passing it shocked us beyond words. Even though our families grew up in Dolton & attened Thornton High School our real relationship started 13 yrs ago when you built the house behind ours. Mark was a funny, loving all out great man. We enjoyed talking, joking, laughing & teasing each other over the fence. Mark always played with our dogs which they look so forward to. He was a great neighbor & we will miss looking over at your home & not seeing him working in the backyard. We send you love, courage & prayers as your family tries to heal from such a unexpected loss. If you need anything we are just over the fence please dont hesitate to ask. God Bless all of you and keep you in his grace and know that Mark is looking down on you as your guardian angel.
Jen
August 4, 2016
God speed
Mike Hatczel
August 4, 2016
Rest Easy mark. We had some fun times in Dolton. More so when we messed with Keith. May god watch over your family. And loved ones God Bless
John and Lynn Grimmenga
August 4, 2016
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with the Swatek family. Mark was a great person always willing to help anyone. We will miss him.
Ron & Joann Smothers
August 4, 2016
He will be missed by the Channahan Fire Dept and all who knew him.
Kelley Clayton
August 4, 2016
My husband rich clayton knew him from the dolton il fire department .he will be missed .
Kelley clayton
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Aug
7
Visitation
2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Fred C. Dames Funeral Home and Crematory - Joliet Chapel3200 Black at Essington Roads, Joliet, IL 60431
Aug
8
Visitation
9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Fred C. Dames Funeral Home and Crematory - Joliet Chapel3200 Black at Essington Roads, Joliet, IL 60431
Aug
8
Service
10:30 a.m.
Fred C. Dames Funeral Home and Crematory - Joliet Chapel3200 Black at Essington Roads, Joliet, IL 60431
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