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Edward Swalec Obituary
North Grafton - Edward B. Swalec, II, 60, of North Grafton, passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2018, while at work.
Edward is survived by his mother, Isabel T. (Campanale) Swalec of North Grafton; his sister, Charlene M. Swalec and her husband John B. Francis of Grafton; a brother, David M. Swalec in Texas; two nieces and a nephew, Katie, Pamela, and Daniel. Edward was born in Worcester, son of the late Edward B. Swalec, Sr., and has lived in Grafton all his life. He graduated from Grafton High School, he received a certificate in welding from Worcester Tech, and he attended Quinsigamond Community College.
Edward worked with his father at their family business, Swalec Clothes Reel Company, and continued operating the business upon his dad's passing. In recent years, Edward was a truck driver for Angelica, a company that maintains, cleans, and delivers hospital linens. He was a member of the Teamsters Local 170 and enjoyed riding his motorcycle.
Calling Hours will be on Tuesday, April 16, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation Street, Worcester. His Funeral will be on Wednesday, April 17, at 9 a.m. in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 1290 Grafton Street, Worcester. Interment will follow in Notre Dame Cemetery, Worcester.
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Chad Shea
December 21, 2019
Ripe Babe
Jeff Hohman
May 24, 2019
Sorry to hear about Ed's passing. I knew him many years ago and went to school with his sister. My condolences to his family.
BD Hurley
April 19, 2019
My condolences to the Swalec family I'm a customer who uses your clotheslines.
May God watch over your hearts.
Linds Westlrigh
April 15, 2019
My condolences to the family and friends. When I went to school with you, Ed, you gave me a record named.. LINDA. It was an old 78 record. I played it often and still have it to this day. We had a lot of fun. Collecting newspapers and bringing them to your house. My mom and dad thought a lot of you. We shared many laughs. You were my best friend. Rest in peace until we meet again.
Cindy (Swalec) Mack
April 15, 2019
Dearest Neddie: As cousins,the 6 of us (You, David, Charlene & Me, Debby & Ricky) shared many wonderful summers. We were truly blessed with dedicated, loving Dads that were also best brothers! I'll always treasure the sweet smell of the wood shavings covering the basement floor! :-)
You are now in the peaceful, Heavenly Glory of Our Father.
I shall forever hold you in my heart. Yet I know you are near, I miss you.
Love Always, Cindy xoxoxo
P.S. Ricky always loved riding his motorcycle too. :-)
Cindy & Danny Mack
April 15, 2019
Dear Auntie Bella & Cousins: Ned's sudden passing is heartbreaking. We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our hearts, thoughts & prayers. We deeply pray that Our Lord may comfort you in this time of sorrow.
All of our love always, Cindy, Danny, Dr. Darren Mack & family xoxoxo
Kathy Thompson
April 14, 2019
we are very sorry to hear of Eds passing. No words can express the sorrow we fee!. God's word tells us to be absent from the body is to be in his presence. We are praying for your families peace and comfort. Love to all. Cousin Kathy and Amber
Joseph Cancelmo
April 14, 2019
So sorry to hear - Saddened by your loss - we used your company for years - He was a great guy
Jake Strzekewicz
April 14, 2019
R.I.P. Eddie
April 14, 2019
R.I.P.
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