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Doug Swantek Obituary

Doug Swantek, age 56 of Rockford, Michigan passed away Sunday, December 8, 2024.
He was the beloved son of Pat and Bob Swantek; brother of Debra Berg; brother-in-law of Scott Berg and husband of Traci Swantek.
Doug's family would like to invite friends and family to remember him at a Memorial on Saturday, February 1, 2025 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at American Legion Post 179, Neal E. Fonger, 2327 Wilson Avenue SW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49534

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Grand Rapids Press from Dec. 18 to Dec. 21, 2024.

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Deb

December 21, 2024

So sorry for your loss. Ron & Deb AuFrance

Joanna Haines

December 20, 2024

I was so very sad to hear of Doug´s passing. I´m sending my love to Traci, Aunt Pat, Uncle Bob, Deb & Scott, and all of his other family and friends. This was way too early.

Rick Vander Meiden

December 18, 2024

You will be deeply missed my friend! I always enjoyed fishing with you!

Tim Seeley

December 17, 2024

Fished with Doug and his dad for 20 years. Doug was a great guy, had a great time with him.

Augustin Sanchez

December 14, 2024

Doug was a great guy. Always the nicest guy to talk to and always talked about fishing and his fishing stories. Worked with him. I'm glad I was able to go out fishing with you. Even though it was once it was a great time. You'll be missed my friend.

Dan & Sandy Tebo

December 14, 2024

Doug was a very special person in our lives. We met him such a long time ago when his mom & dad first came to Chinook Pier. Doug was always the first in line to help anyone. No job was too big for him.
He instantly became your friend as soon as you met him. We pray for Traci & his family as they process their grief.

Steve Parsons

December 14, 2024

Doug was the best ice fishing buddy anyone could ask for. He fished with our group for the last 5 yrs or so. Everyone loved fishing with Doug. He always had the fishing stories. Doug had the biggest heart and loved the outdoors. He will be missed on our ice fishing adventures.

Shawn Niswonger

December 12, 2024

Doug was a great guy. I loved sharing fishing stories with him. I'm glad to have known him while working at Ridgeview Industries. He will be missed.

Ranette - From your Dentist Office

December 12, 2024

Doug was such a nice guy! He was always pleasant and respectable. We enjoyed chatting with him when he had appointments and he would always crack little jokes to make us laugh. I am saddened to hear of his passing, my whole heart goes out to Traci and the rest of his family & friends that will miss him dearly. May all of your memories with Doug help you through the tough times. Deepest sympathies

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