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Michael A. Sveda Obituary
Donations would be appreciated to his grandchildren C/O Lori Sveda or Devon Pickering in lieu of flowers.
Celebration: 11/9/24@ Mt. Pocahontas Clubhouse, 386 Old Stage Rd, Albrightsville, PA 1:00 PM
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Joan (Hobel) Fendrick
December 3, 2024
Deaar God, Lori I had no idea your beauitful hausband passed away. Welcome to the 'Widows Club". So wish I could have known him better. My heart goes out to you. May God rest this great man and keep him in His great heavenly home to be happy and young forever. Knowing your loss, Cousin Joannie
Linda Torkos
September 8, 2024
Lori and Devon, I am so sorry on the passing of Mike. You know I have experienced what you are going through. In time you will heal but you will never forget. You and your family have my deepest sympathy.
Justus James
August 31, 2024
Lori I am so sorry for your loss. Mikey was a great friend and coworker . Thank you for the memories
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Marilyn Mercado
August 29, 2024
Met you Devon through our friend Shoshana and from that point on I have remained a faithful client of your business. We have shared stories of our families and I feel like I know them. Sending prayers for you and your family for the loss of someone so special. The void will never be filled and the memories will continue for ever. Never stop talking about him, share the laughter and sorrow as much as you need to. And your fiends and family will be there for you. May God bless you all.
Marilyn Mercado
August 29, 2024
Devon, sorry to hear about your loss. Praying for you and your family.
Marilyn Mercado
Erick Anderson
August 26, 2024
Lori, my condolences on the passing of Mike. Deal with it at your pace and talk often about the good times you two had together. Only time will ease the pain.
Erick Anderson
Tim Miller
August 25, 2024
Lori, we are so sorry for your loss. Mike was a great Union man and a friend and did anything that was asked of him. He was always there with a helping hand for his brothers and sisters. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Tim and Stacey Miller
Beth
August 24, 2024
I can't remember the first time I met Mike, but I know Mike always treated me like family. Hanging out at his house or at union events he always made me laugh or smile. Life gets busy and people move away and I am sad to say I haven't seen him in a few years, but him, Lori, and Baba were never far from my heart. My heart is breaking for Lori and Baba.
Dennis Tipton
August 24, 2024
I know Mike from working with him at Erie County PENNDOT. He was a great help at work and a staunch Union supporter. A Union man from day 1. You could count on him to stand by his fellow Union members, supporting them at every step. I was not surprised when I found out that he was promoted into Council only thankful that they recognized his ability and dedication. Goodbye Mike. it was an honor knowing you.
Heidi Diem
August 24, 2024
I meet Michael through AFSCME. I sat on several panels with him, he was a very kind man. I enjoyed the conversations we had at AFSCME events and his love of helping others and love for the Union family he served. May you rest in peace.
Allen Durlin
August 23, 2024
To my dear uncle mike, i can only really think of one memory that puts a smile on my face i was somewhere around twelve years old and i was visiting you and aunt lori. I absolutely loved bubble gum and you and lori bought me the biggest tub of double bubble (700 some pieces) n boy i chewed every piece in maybee two days. I love and miss you very much. Im happy though knowing that you are in heaven now laughing and enjoying eternal life with your wonderful parents my grandparents and knowing one day when the lord calls me home i will get to see you all....
My condolences and love & prayers to you aunt lori
Howard Thompson
August 23, 2024
I will always remember the truly kind man Mike was.He was never to busy to share a laugh or answer a question. One of the smartest people I knew. Take your rest brother. You will be missed. My sympathy to Lori and the family.
Howard Thompson
AFSCME
Liz Long
August 23, 2024
Lori,
I am so sorry for your loss. I pray God gives you the strength and understanding needed every day as life goes on without Mike.
From the first day you met Mike at a LUTI training ... you two were a perfect match. I still fondly recall when you told me you were in love and the beautiful video you shared of your wedding in LasVegas ... and the dragonfly you gave me.
Mike was a trusted friend who always bled green. He was smart, sensitive and caring ... Bob Cooper saw those qualities in him. I was blessed by knowing Mike. He will be missed by all the folks whose lives he touched ... especially Von and his pal, Charlie Hepler.
Roseann Mohn
August 23, 2024
My first memory. . This may not be the first, but the best. Easton outside the prison area and Mike was wearing a leather vest, doo rag, tatoos etc. And I was going to my car (from work). He was doing his union work. I saw him and my guard went up. . . Until I saw it was the scariest, sweetest teddy bear. . . And then I laughed.
Never ever have I nor will I judge a book by it's cover. Love you big scary teddy bear and thank you for loving my sunshine
Shoshana hayward
August 23, 2024
Lori, Devon and family. I was so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I met him at an ascfme meeting years ago when I was working at the unemployment office in Allentown. I knew lori who had worked with my late husband Barry at Allentown state hospital and was introduced to Devon who would always do my hair till I moved too far away for me. I unfortunately understand what it is to lose a spouse having lost both mine plus parents brother uncle's aunts. It's not easy. I tell people to take it one second one minute one hour one day at a time. Allow yourself to grief. Allow yourself to be surrounded with supportive people who let you talk about Mike. Don't let anyone tell you there's a
time frame there isn't. When feelings come up, let yourself feel them. Don't keep them inside. Grief effects you everywhere in your body!
All my love
Shoshana Hayward
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