Anton John Swidzinski

In Loving Memory of

Anton John Swidzinski

1938 - 2012

Anton John Swidzinski of Grandview, Manitoba passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 15, 2012 at Dauphin General Hospital. Anton was born on December 5, 1938 at Wroxton, Saskatchewan, a son of Eugene and Annie (nee Yarocki) Swidzinski.

Anton attended school at Kamsack, Saskatchewan and later at Roblin, Manitoba. During this time, Anton worked at the Cabana Grill in Roblin as a server. After completing his education he applied and trained for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Shortly after Anton decided to work in the construction and mining trades throughout Manitoba and Saskatchewan.

On October 10, 1961 Anton was united in Holy Matrimony to Roselene Nellie Yurkiw. Together they settled and built their home and started their family near Grandview. Anton continued to work in construction and sales in the Roblin area.

Anton enjoyed many things in life, and when not working he enjoyed playing pool and having coffee with his many friends in Roblin and Grandview. He spent many hours reading the local newspapers and discussing the news with almost anyone. When the news got old he always had a joke or two to tell. At home Anton enjoyed building projects and teaching his children his skills. When the work was done he enjoyed laughing and joking with his family.

Anton was predeceased in death by his parents, Eugene and Annie Swidzinski, Father-in-law and Mother-in-law, Andy and Lena Yurkiw and Brother-in-law, Edward Tyschinski.

Surviving to mourn Anton's death are; his Wife Roselene Swidzinski of Grandview, three Sons; Larry (Loretta) Swidzinski of Fort McMurray, Alberta, Jamie Swidzinski of Grandview, and Dwayne (Kerry) Swidzinski of Red Deer, Alberta, four Grandchildren; Brendon and Ashley Swidzinski of Fort McMurray, and Andrew and Tyler Swidzinski of Red Deer. Also surviving are, one Sister; Mary Tyschinski of Roblin, one Sister-in-law; Nellie Rickards (Jack) of Grandview, four Brothers-in-law; Russell (Pauline) Yurkiw of Grandview, Steve (Bev) Yurkiw of Fort McMurray, Sidney Yurkiw of Grandview, and David (Barb) Yurkiw of Clinton, B.C, God Child; Robert Yurkiw of Alberta, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

Prayer Vigil Service was held on Monday, November 19, 2012, at 7:00 PM from the Chapel of Nairn-Chyz Funeral Home in Roblin, with Fr. Paul Bisson officiating. Mrs. Rose Arndt and Mrs. Darlene Lichkowski read the Scripture Lessons.

Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Tuesday, November 20, 2012 at 11:00 AM from Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church in Roblin, with Fr. James Ahaneku and Fr. Paul Bisson officiating. Mrs. Lorie Tyschinski delivered the Eulogy and Mr. Dale Yeo read the Scripture Lessons. Honourary Casket Bearers were Grandchildren, Brendon & Ashley Swidzinski, Andrew & Tyler Swidzinski. Casket Bearers were Conrad Rickards, Reuben Rickards, Sean Rickards, Bob Tyschinski, Ted Tyschinski  and Tom Tyschinski. Altar Servers were Riley and Shaelyn Tyschinski. 

Following the Interment Service at Roblin Catholic Cemetery, a reception for family and friends was hosted by the Sacred Heart CWL in the lower hall of Sacred Heart Church. 

The Twenty-Third Psalm

The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures.

He leadeth me beside the still waters.

He restoreth my soul.

He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for His name's sake.

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,

I will fear no evil; for Thou art with me,

Thy rod and Thy staff they comfort me.

Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies.

Thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

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