Mark A. Swift

1929 - 2015

Mark A. Swift obituary, 1929-2015, Scituate, MA

Mark A. Swift

1929 - 2015

BORN

1929

DIED

2015

Mark Swift Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Sep. 5 to Sep. 20, 2015.
Mark A. Swift, 86, of Scituate, passed away after a long illness surrounded by his loving family on Sept. 1, 2015. He was the devoted husband of 58 years to Roberta (Philbrick), loving father of Kimberly Andrew and her husband, Richard of Scituate, Melanie Anderson and her husband Grenville of Cohasset, Marcia Daly of Scituate and Mark Swift Jr. and his wife Kerry-Ann of Pembroke, proud grandfather of Jonathan and Marissa Andrew, Nicolas, Katherine, Meghan and Alexandra Anderson, Andrew and Brendan Daly, Katelyn, Alexis and Trevor Swift and great-grandfather of Bryce Altig. Mark was a long time resident of Scituate. He taught special needs in the Scituate Public School System and taught piano to many children in town. For many years, he ran Camp Eagle for special needs children. He was a joker. a card. a great storyteller. a straight shooter, and a gentleman, in the truest meaning of the word. The family would like to thank Life Care Center of Scituate for the love and care they gave Mark, especially his special nurse and friend Patrice Siddall. A celebration of Marks life will be held on Sept. 19, at 2 p.m at St. Lukes Episcopal Church, 465 First Parish Rd., Scituate. In lieu of flowers, donations in Marks memory may be made to St. Lukes Episcopal Church. For information and online condolences www.richardsongaffeyfuneralhome.com. Richardson - Gaffey Funeral Home 781 545-0196

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September 26, 2015

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September 19, 2015

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September 19, 2015

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September 26, 2015

Our condolences to you and your family from the family of Doris Hauger. Nickerson and Pontbriand.

Suzanne, Geoff, and Mike Filbey

September 19, 2015

Although we knew Mark for only a short time, our times with him were memorable. We will remember his mischievous twinkling eyes, his love for family and friends, and the comfort we found in his company.

September 19, 2015

Dear Family,

I have the fondest memories of our Mr Swift as he came to my house to teach piano! We spent most of the time talking and.laughing about our love of our dogs and very little time on the piano!!However, he taught me how to play and it was one of the best days of the week for me to see him come in the door.He sat with me and my three dogs and toddler twins with a smile on his face! He loved his family and will forever be in my heart as truly a wonderful man.!Linda ,Steven,Adam and Ariana

Sherry Eno

September 18, 2015

I loved Mark and your whole family, whom I got to know at LIFECARE, where I worked in Activities. I have the best memories of this man, who I had so much fun with! He would beam with that glorious smile when I'd walk up saying, "Hi Handsome!" He loved music, and had his favorites at Lifecare. And we knew who he DIDNT like! Mark played Bingo every week with Roberta, and all his family, including Ruby!! He always won!! I have many pictures of him with Ruby, and my dog, Parker, and of him enjoying the sunshine outside with his whole family.... And Ruby:) . I will truly miss him so very much. It became so obvious to me what a great father he must've been, since his kids and grandkids spent so much time sitting with him and loving him., and who are all amazing people. I love you all..

Satuit Lodge

September 17, 2015

Satuit Masonic Lodge Brothers offer their deep condolances to Brother Mark's family.... a good Brother since 1961...Charles Stockbridge, Master

Fred Parker

September 16, 2015

I was very sorry to read about Mark. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I did volunteer work in his class many years ago during college.

Mary Ann Hunter

September 16, 2015

Dear Family,
We will always remember him wrapped in his Michigan Blanket sitting gloriously in the sun at LCC.
In sympathy, Mary Ann and Mary Ann Hunter

Sheila Stacy Handrahan

September 15, 2015

I am so sad to learn of Mark's passing. He was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. As a fellow teacher at Gates Intermediate School, Mark was a shining light for all. Rest in eternal peace, dear Mark. God bless his family and loved ones.

Thom Davies

September 14, 2015

Mark I'll miss all the good times we had at gates School.Rest in peace my friend and be sure to keep an eye over Paris Maine

The Staff of Richardson-Gaffey Funeral Home

September 14, 2015

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Kathy Hughes

September 13, 2015

Mark Swift was an exemplary man, who was devoted to his family, students and friends. We taught students with special needs together in Scituate for many years. He was dedicated beyond measure; his students and colleagues respected and loved him. Condolences to Mark's loving family. Kathy Hughes, Naples, FL

Joe & Tuesday Altig

September 9, 2015

We are aweful sorry for your loss , Mark sounds like a wonderful man , our family sends out deepest condolences to your family . Love and prayers are being sent .Love the Altig Family

Bob Nadeau

September 8, 2015

To the Smith Family, my condolences on Mark's passing. Growing up on Third Ave and having friends on Second Ave I often saw Mark working around the yard and he would interact with the neighborhood kids on every encounter. I fractured my arm in 7th grade and Mark gave me a lift to/from school to avoid getting it bumped around on the school bus. Always a gentleman...

Regards,

Constance Hodgkins

September 5, 2015

Mr Swift was a very important part of my Mark's life as his special needs teacher.
That is quite a challenge for everyone, and
I am grateful for his skills as a teacher!
Sincerely, ConnieHodgkins, Mark's Mom

Fred Andrew

September 5, 2015

I loved his stories. That man could keep you laughing all day. I'll miss him a lot.

Grenville Anderson

September 4, 2015

Papa, I will miss you. You were a father, a friend and a partner in many adventures. You gave me confidence and guidance when I needed it most. Every time the striped bass in the river jump, or when I am on the boat and having a glass of scotch I will think of you. Your spirit will always comfort us. Gren

Susan Canavan

September 3, 2015

I will pray that God will grant you the strength and the wisdom that your dad once provided to you and your family.

Linda Birdsong

September 3, 2015

Melanie & Gren just wanted to say how sorry I am about the loss of your dad.

Linda & Ira Birdsong

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