Swartz, Kyra Michelle NEW YORK, N.Y. Kyra Michelle Swartz, age 33, died unexpectedly on April 5, 2020, at her home in New York City from COVID-19. Kyra was born in Albany to Beth and Andrew Swartz. She attended Bethlehem Central Schools and graduated from the high school in 2005. She went on to attend Boston University where she received her bachelor's degree with honors from the Questrom School of Business. For the last ten years, Kyra worked in New York City as a digital marketing analyst. Her love of animals, and cats in particular, was one of the defining aspects of her life. This led her to volunteer for the last seven years as an adoption facilitator for various pet rescue organizations in New York City. She leaves behind her beloved cat, Anderson. In addition to her parents, Kyra is survived by her brother, Daniel and his wife Lindsay of Colonie. She is also survived by her uncles and aunts: Richard and Elizabeth Swartz of Boston, David Simon and Elena Soltero-Simon of New Haven, Conn., Joseph and Annette Simon of Buffalo, Leon and Esther Shkolnik of Buffalo, and David Ray and Melody Bruce of Menands; and her cousins: Brian (Carolyn) and Michael Swartz, Sherrilynn and Andrea Simon, Isaac (Kathryn) Ray, Margaret (Benjamin) Ray, and Arielle (Andrew) Ray. Private interment was held in the Beth Emeth Cemetery in Loudonville on account of the Coronavirus. Memorial contributions are welcome to the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society of Albany, Anjellicle Cats Rescue of New York City, World Wildlife Fund or Congregation Beth Emeth. To leave a condolence message for the family, please visit levinememorialchapel.com.

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Published by Albany Times Union from Apr. 8 to Apr. 12, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Kyra Swartz

18 Entries

Nancy Mintzer

May 13, 2020

I did not know your beautiful daughter, but I read about her passing (and Anderson's journey back to you) in a CNN news article about animals displaced by Covid-19. I read that Kyra volunteered for Anjellicle Cats, a rescue that I am familiar with (I do cat rescue work in Westchester County). I can't even begin to imagine what you are going through. I hope that you do not mind that I made a small donation in Kyra's honor to Anjellicle Cats. With my deepest, heartfelt condolences, Nancy Mintzer

April 15, 2020

Dear Beth and Andy,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Michele and Raffaele Sainato

Christine Corson

April 14, 2020

I distinctly remember Kyra as a student in my Algebra Trig. class at Bethlehem. She was a very enthusiastic hard-working student. I am so sorry to hear about her passing. Please accept my sincere condolences.

Richard Ladd

April 14, 2020

Andy & Beth,
It is not possible to describe the loss of a child and to give you relief from your sadness. Carolyn and I will pray for you both during this challenging time. We grieve with you.
Rich & Carolyn Ladd

Jim Miller

April 14, 2020

Andy and Beth:
Words cannot describe the sorrow that Dixie and I are feeling for your loss of your beloved daughter.

Both of you will be in our prayers

Jim Miller

April 14, 2020

Andy and Beth:

Words cannot describe the sorrow that Dixie and I are feeling for your loss of your beloved daughter. Both of you will be in our prayers.

David Rounds

April 12, 2020

I had the absolute pleasure to teach Kyra in AP American History when she was a student at Bethlehem. To this day I can picture exactly where she sat and the sound of her voice. She will forever be in my memory. A tremendous person and student. God bless. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.

Linda Dubins

April 9, 2020

Dear Beth and Andy,
I am so terribly sad to hear of your daughter's death, and I can only imagine what you are going through. I hope the support of your family and community help you prevail through this challenging time.
Warmest regards,
Linda Dubins

Barbara Traynor

April 9, 2020

Beth and Andy, I am so sorry for your loss. Kyra was smart, a promising, vibrant young woman, taken too soon. She will be missed. Thinking of you and yours.

Aggie StPierre

April 9, 2020

Dear Beth and Andy

So sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter Kyra
Our thoughts and prayers for you and your family.

Aggie and Bob StPierre

Soofia Rahman

April 8, 2020

Dear Mrs and Mr. Swartz,
I am the parent of Kyra's friend Erum. Kyra was one of the most beautiful bridesmaid at Erum's wedding in 2013, thats when I got to know her. She was a warm, beautiful, intelligent and very talented young lady. My family has fond memories of her and know that she is in peace and cared for by her Lord. We have been thinking about you and praying for ease comfort and peace for you. Lots of love. Soofia Rahman

William & Joyce Miller

April 8, 2020

Andy & Beth, please accept our sincere sympathy in the loss of your daughter.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Nancy Gregoli

April 8, 2020

Dear Andy & Beth
I'm so, sorry to hear about Kyra's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Nancy Gregoli

April 8, 2020

Andy and Beth,
We are so sorry for your lost and our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Charles and Michelle Rock

April 8, 2020

Andy & Family, we are so sorry to learn of your daughters passing. Please know you are in our thoughts & prayers.
Stan & Kathy Russell

Claudia Wagner Wolfgang

April 8, 2020

I'm deeply sorry for your lost, my love and prayers for your family!

Former employer of the Barbizon

Margaret Camin

April 8, 2020

Beth and Andy - Lyn and I were so very sadden to hear about the lose of your wonderful daughter. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. We will keep her and ya'll in our prayers.

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