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Donald E. Swetz
Kaukauna
Age 83, died peacefully at home on Saturday, January 18, 2014 with both daughters by his side and his dog Heidi on his lap. He was born on October 23, 1930 in Wisconsin Rapids, son of the late Frank and Emma (Hosek) Swetz. On September 1, 1954, Don was united in marriage to Donna Hillmer. In 1958, the couple moved to Kaukauna where they resided their entire married life. Don served his country during the Korean War and was a Captain in the U.S. Air Force. He was a graduate of the University of Wisconsin Law School in Madison.
He is survived by his two daughters: Deb Ackerman, Eau Claire and Dawn (Kevin) Green, Madison; three grandchildren: Christopher Green, Sarah Ackerman, and Joe Ackerman, all of Minneapolis. He is further survived by two sisters-in-law: Darlene Fanning and Judy (Dale) Eggebrecht, all of Wisconsin Rapids, and numerous nieces and nephews. Don was preceded in death by his wife Donna, a sister Elaine Ladick, a son-in-law Mike Ackerman, a sister-in-law Joan Swetz, and a brother-in-law Pat Fanning.
The Mass of Christian Burial for Don will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 25, 2014 at ST. KATHARINE DREXEL PARISH @ ST. ALOYSIUS CHURCH, 2401 Main Avenue, Kaukauna with Fr. Jerry Pastors celebrating. Family and friends will be received at church on Saturday from 9:00 AM until the time of the mass. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Theda Care at Home Hospice, Home Instead Senior Care, or the Fox Valley Humane Association.
www.boettcherfamilyfuneral.com
A heartfelt thank you is extended to Don's special friend, Edee Van de Yacht for her care and support. The family would also like to acknowledge ThedaCare at Home Hospice and Home Instead Senior Care for their exceptional service.
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Memories and Condolences
for Donald Swetz
January 28, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to you and your families for your loss. We will miss him and Heidi walking around the circle and stopping in to chat for awhile. Dennis and Lana Wruck
Eldri & Steve Zahn
January 27, 2014
Please accept our deepest sympathy over the loss of your father. He was our neighbor on Bass Lake Lane for many, many years. We always enjoyed talking to him and your mother.
Jim and Marilyn Dragosh
January 22, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
January 21, 2014
so sorry for your loss!
don was a great guy with a heart of gold!
bob and lee ann jackels
January 21, 2014
To Deb and Dawn,
Please accept our sympathy for the loss of your dad. He was a great man. We will always remember the time that we spent with your folks at the Elks.
Tom and Eenie Nytes
Emily Ruffing
January 20, 2014
To Don`s Family, Don was my cousin and we spent many happy years together when we were growing up! I will cherish all of those precious memories forever!
It is always difficult to say good-bye to someone that you love and so my prayers are with all of you!! Emily Swetz Ruffing
LeRoy & Jo Ann Balza
January 20, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to you two girls and your families. LeRoy alwasys enjoyed both your mom and dad and will miss, Don's smiling face and hugs.
Jean Schwalenberg Lamers
January 20, 2014
Our sympathy Deb and Dawn in the loss of your dad. Both your parents will be fondly remembered. I loved babysitting for you girls sooo many years ago.
January 19, 2014
SYMPATHY, LOVE AND PRAYERS TO ALL OF DONS FAMILY AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. GOD BLESS.
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