Mark Swan's Obituary
Mark Swan went home to be with the Lord on July 26, 2025. He was born in Hammond Indiana on August 18, 1963, and relocated with his family to Sarasota in 1973. He is survived by his sisters Laura Willis (husband Mike) and Kathi Swan (husband Bob), and his nieces Jenny Garces (husband Esteban), Sandra Welch (husband Ron), Tricia Rawicki (husband Bennett), Meggie Hamrick (husband Josh), Ginny Patrick (husband Chris), Carli Willis and nephew Stephen Beutler (wife Ansley).
Mark was a devout Catholic. He enjoyed the study of his faith with the Holy Ghost fathers at Duquesne University, Benedictine fathers at St Leo's University, and on many pilgrimages to orthodox and monastic orders. He was an active worker at Most Holy Redeemer and Catholic Charities. He enjoyed Christian and rock music and played both classical and electric guitar.
Mark had an eclectic education. In the Air Force, he studied communications. He earned his AA from Hillsborough Community College. He was a certified electrician, welder and commercial builder.
Mark, with his winning smile, genuine kindness and encouragement of others, will be greatly missed by his family, friends and members of his faith.
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