Richard T Swartz , 64

Richard T. Swartz, 64, of 1103 Butler Ave., New Castle, died the evening of August 17, at U.P.M.C. Shenango Valley, Farrell, PA.

Born November 27, 1943, in Greenville, PA to the late Clarence L. and Bessie Riley Swartz. Richard was married to the former Shirley L. Albertini for 33 years. He was Catholic.

He worked as a Forge Operator for over 20 years at the former Rockwell Axle Forge Department. He also worked as a Crane Operator for Trinity Steel Co. in Greenville, Pa for over 5 years.

Richard was a member of the Westminster Masonic Lodge, V.F.W. Post #315, Tall Cedars Club, and the Eagles Club. He enjoyed going fishing and hunting with his friends. He also loved to garden,cook, and raise flowers.
Richard was a Veteran of U.S. Army, from September 1963 to January 1967, Rank; Armor, PVT E-1, serving in Germany.

Survivors include three daughters and a son-in-law, Angela M. Norris of Nashville, Tenn., Lisa A. and Frank Magliocca of Greenville S. Carolina, and Leslie N. Gramsky of New Castle; a son, Richard P. Swartz of Greenville S. Carolina; two brothers, James C. Swartz of Greenville S. Carolina and Bradley Swartz of Greenville, PA; a sister, Debbie Letcher of Greenville, PA.; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents.

Family will receive friends at the residence, 1103 Butler Ave., on Wednesday, August 20, from 6 to 9 p.m..

Arrangements were by the Noga Funeral Home, Inc. 1142 S. Mill St. New Castle, PA 16103

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Christine and Richard Swartz and Kim and Chris

Posted on August 21, 2008

In loving memory of our grandfather who was loved and will be missed deeply. Who was always there for us in good and bad times and will always be in our heart's.

Angela Norris

Posted on August 23, 2008

Dad, I miss you so dearly, My heart is breaking. I love you!

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  • From Christine and Richard Swartz and Kim and Chris

    From Christine and Richard Swartz and Kim and Chris

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