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FLORENCE SWIFT Obituary

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FLORENCE (nee Pulkowska), 93, of Roxborough, the Matriarch of the Swift Family, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 12, 2013. Florence was the Loving Mother of 11 beloved children. She was predeceased by her husband Joseph and her sons David (Kris) and Paul (Susan). Florence is survived by her children Robert (Carol), Joseph (Sarah), Thomas (Cynthia), Geraldine (Stephen Pearl), Andrea Hellings, Matthew (Judith), Stephen (Nancy), Christina Lawlor (James), John (Kathy) and her loving grand-children and great grandchildren who all will miss her dearly. Relatives and friends invited to Viewing Saturday, March 16, 2013, from 9 A.M., followed by a Funeral Mass, 11 A.M., at St. Josaphat's Church, 124 Cotton St., Manayunk, PA. Interment Calvary Cem. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the Women's Business Development Center, 1315 Walnut St., Suite 1116, Philadelphia., PA 19107 or to the charity of the donor's choice.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Mar. 14, 2013.

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Joan Cassel

March 8, 2021

Happy Anniversary to Flossie in Heaven Thinking of you and your family today.

Joan Cassel

March 8, 2019

Thinking of Floss today on her anniversary.

March 21, 2013

To Sue and children, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time! Love you, Sheila Vocht and family

Kathy Duffy

March 17, 2013

We are very sorry to hear for your loss. Please accept our sincerest condolances and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

March 16, 2013

Jay and Kathy and family, so sorry for the loss of your beloved mother. She is with the angels and will always be in your hearts. May God comfort you and the entire Swift family at the difficult time. Corinne (Remolde) DeSpirito and Family

Joseph Deskiewicz

March 15, 2013

Jay,Kathy
We are sorry for the loss of Florence.
She is in good hands. May she rest in peace.

Joan (Betlejewski) Cassel

March 15, 2013

I am so sorry to learn of the passing of dear Floss, my mother, Julia's cousin. She was a wonderful and caring person. I have always enjoyed being in her company.

My sincerest condolences to the entire Swift family. May your loving memories be a comfort to you at this most difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Michelle Colon (Armstrong)

March 15, 2013

Jay,Kathy and Family, Very sorry to hear of your moms passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

March 15, 2013

So very sad and sorry to read about your mom's passing. She was an extraordinary woman and had a wonderful family. I am a friend of Andrea Hellings and extend my sincerest sympathy. MaryAnn Zlupko

March 15, 2013

Jay and Kathy, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your extended family during this difficult time. May you find comfort in your memories of your Mom. Jack and Rose Armstrong

Bob and Marlene Weaver

March 15, 2013

To The Swift Family,
Our deepest sorrow to all of you for the loss of Mrs.Swift.We all know she is in heaven taking care of her boys David and Paul.

Colleen Tuite

March 14, 2013

Our thoughts are with the Swift family at this difficult time. Mrs. Swift was a shining example of a great mother. She will be missed.
Colleen (Lawlor) and Michael Tuite and family

Sarah Greger

March 14, 2013

Florence, Cathy, and I send all our love and best wishes. Our prayers are with you all.
Sarah Greger

Charles and Marlene Jackson

March 14, 2013

we wish you eternal peace

Stella Deeble

March 14, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers go to the entire family. We remember our visits to her home when we were little children, always so pleasant. She always had a smile on her face. So sorry to hear of her passing. Cherish all your memories.
Stella (Sienko) Deeble

March 14, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Aunt Florence was so proud of her family. She was kind, gentle and humble. May you find comfort in your memories of Aunt Florence.
Love Mike and Gerri Gravinese

March 14, 2013

Aunt Florence you were a very special Aunt and will greatly missed; I will always treaure your words of wisdom and the memories of our families. Please watch over us and give "Mommy" a big kiss for me and tell her how much I miss her. All My love, Andrea(Roop)

Kimberly Walczak

March 14, 2013

We are deeply saddened by our loss. You lived a long life of 93 years and we will cherish all the great family memories we have. You are now at peace and please keep we watch over our entire family. We love you and you will be greatly missed. Love Always and Forever your granddaughter, Kimberly.

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