Obituary Overview
Anton Szwaluk
Anton (Tony) Szwaluk
April 15, 1932- July 20, 2018
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Tony Szwaluk, on Friday, July 20, 2018 at the age of 86.
Tony was born on April 15, 1932 in Shoal Lake, MB. Where he was raised by his parents John and Rosie Szwaluk, along with 7 brothers and 4 sisters. He was predeceased by his parents and two siblings.
Tony married Phyllis the love of his life on July 6, 1963. Having just celebrating 55 years of marriage. They together had two children Son Michael, Daughter Sheila (Todd), four grandchildren, Stacey (Andrew), Courtney, Amanda and Eric, all of whom he loved dearly.
Tony was an ambitious hardworking man who had various jobs throughout his life. In 1959 he was hired on with the City Of Winnipeg Transit, he retired in April of 1992 having completed 32 years of service.
Tony’s joys in life were camping, fishing, hunting, gardening, listening to NCI, playing violin, square dancing, baseball ( on the 60 plus league), building snow sculptures in the winter, doing odd jobs around home, helping out others, dancing, playing cards (crib being his favorite one), and making guitars. “He was a Jack of all trades but a master of none”, as he put it. But what brought him the most joy was spending time with his family, friends and grandchildren.
He will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and so many others. He has touched so many hearts. We would like to thank all friends and family who took time out to visit him in the last few months. He expressed how much he appreciated these visits.
Heaven has gotten a whole lot brighter with his arrival.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 28, 2018 at 10:00 am at Chapel Lawn, 4000 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg MB. Viewing will be held prior to the service from 9:30- 10:00 am.
In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Tony’s memory to Cancer Care Manitoba or a Charity of your choice.
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Anton Szwaluk 2018.source
Décès pour la Ville: Winnipeg, Province: Manitoba