Francis Allan "Al" Swann
March 19, 1957 ~ November 13, 2009
Services:
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 10:00 AM in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Bushwood, MD with Fr. Francis Early officiating and Fr. William Gurnee co-officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Monday, November 16, 2009 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD where prayers will be said at 7:00 PM.
Francis Allan “Al” Swann, 52 of Chaptico, MD died November 13, 2009 at St. Mary’s Hospital. Born March 19, 1957 in Leonardtown, MD he was the son of Catherine Bailey Swann of Bushwood, MD and the late Francis Gwynn Swann, Jr. He is also survived by his sister Nancy L. Hall of Chaptico, MD. A lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County, Al graduated from St. Mary’s Ryken High School “Class of 1975”. He was an instrument technician for Pepco for thirty years, retiring in 2004. He enjoyed cutting grass, watching ball games and NASCAR racing. The family will receive friends on Monday, November 16, 2009 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD where prayers will be said at 7:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 10:00 AM in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Bushwood, MD with Fr. Francis Early officiating and Fr. William Gurnee co-officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be Robbie Brown, Jason Brown, Kyle Hall, Petie Griffin, Jimmy Downs and John Hammett. Contributions may be made to the Seventh District Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 7, Avenue, MD 20609 or ACTS (A Community That Shares), P.O. Box 54, Bushwood, MD 20618.
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“My heart felt sympathy goes out to all. Al was such a wonderful person. He was always smiling when I seen him. My thoughts and prayers to you all.”
“Dear Ms. Kitty, Nancy and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Keep close to your hearts the good times for it is through these memories that you find comfort during this difficult time. And know that he is in a better place and at peace. May God bless all of you and give you strength.”
“KITTY AND FAMILY OUR HEART GOES OUT TO ALL OF YOU. AL WAS A SPECIAL SON. HE IS IN HEAVEN WITH DAD AND DYLAN. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU. “
“Mrs. Kitty and Family, So sorry to hear about Al. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. He will be missed by so many. Take care of each other.”
“Nancy and Swann family. May you find comfort and peace through your family and dear friends in this time of sorrow. No words can express what the family must be going threw. Our thoughts and prayers be with you and the entire family in your time of sorrow.”
“My heart goes out to all of you. I know what it is like to lose a child. It is hard, but then, you remember that they ahve gone to a place where there is no more suffering and hoping that they are with your family that has gone on before them and that they are seeing the glory of Our Lord and the Blessed Mother. “
“Dear Kitty, our deepest sympathy to you and your loved ones. May your son, Al, rest in peace. Remember our love, thoughts and prayers are with you……”
“Kitty and Nancy: Al was special to you both. True, he is now with his dad and Dylan. One thing, he is not in any pain. He is in a serene place. Please if there is anything I can help you with, don’t hesitate to call, anytime. Love, Mary Agnes”
“Kitty,and family, With sadness and a heavy heart I send my love and condolences to you. Al was such a dear friend to me. No matter what the circumstances he would help and always with a smile. I will miss seeing him cutting grass, sitting on the porch, taking his daily “lap” around the Point, and most of all that smile and wave everytime we passed in the 7th.”
“Our prayers and condolences to the entire family. I have know and worked with Al for 25 years, he was a very good guy. He was always willing to help, any way he could. We would not call him one of our closest friends, but he will always be remembered as our friend. Rest in Peace Al Swann, and let us all on earth know if there is in fact Bud Light in Heaven! “
“Kitty, Nancy and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Ronald Ratliff”
“Ms. Kitty, Nancy and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time, there are no words to tell you how sorry we all are, we will always miss Al, and keep his memory of all the good times we had together with us!”
“SEND MY CONDOLENCES TO THE SWANN AND BAILEY FAMILIES.”
“Ms Kitty, So sorry to hear about AL. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. If there is anything I can do just let me know. We will come visit you soon. Take Care.”
“”Kitty and Family, Sorry to hear about Al. “
“Kitty and Family, So sorry to hear of Al’s passing. I have you in my prayers and thoughts.. God Bless you… Linda Cross”
“Kitty and Family, Sorry to hear about Al Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at time. Please find comfort that he is not suffering anymore and that he has gone to better place God bless you and your family.”
“Aunt Kitty & Nancy, I am so sorry to here about Al. My thoughts & prayers are with you & the entire family. Please let me know if I can do anything for you during this difficult time.”
“Kitty, Nancy and family, our thoughts are prayers are with you at this difficult time. Al is now in heaven with Francis and Dylan and he will never have to suffer again. He is now an angel watching over all of you. Put your trust in the Lord and he will guide you and give you peace.”
“Aunt Cat & Nancy ~ We are keeing you close in our thoughts and prayers.”
“KITTY & NANCY, I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT AL. MY HEART GOES OUT TO BOTH OF YOU AT THIS SAD TIME. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS WILL BE WITH YOU & AL.”
“Cat, Nancy & All the Family, We can’t even pretend to know how much you will miss Al. We all know that he is in a better place and no longer suffering but that does not make it any easier during the coming days. You should all be proud of the love, devotion and care that he has always been given by especially you, Cat, and also by the rest of the family during his long illness. You all were very dedicated to him and for that you should be proud. We are here for you not just during this time but for always. There is nothing like having family that cares for each other. “
“Miss Kitty – You are in our prayers and thoughts. We know Al is at peace but he will still be missed.”
“My thoughts and prayers are with you all during such a sad time. Al was a wonderful person and will be missed by all who knew him.”
“Kitty and family, We are so sorry to hear about your sons passing. We will keep all of you in our prayers.”
“We are so sorry to hear of Al’s passing. Thinking of you and hoping that God will strengthen you and your family during this tough time. Take care of each other.”
“MS SWAN I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. IT IS A SAD TIME WHEN YOU LOSE SOMEONE CLOSE TO YOU. OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY”
“Kitty and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all. No more suffering for Al. He is at peace now. I wish you peaceful moments, renewed strength, hope and my deepest sympathy.”
“Kitty and family. So sorry to hear of Al’s passing. Our thoughts and prayer are with you during this time of sorrow. Al will be greatly missed. God Bless.”
“So sorry to hear about Al’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you during this time of sorrow.”
“Mrs. Swann and Nancy-Al has left you with a huge empty space in your lives here, but I know he’s helping to prepare a space with him when you return home. There were many years that I lost touch between grade school until a few years ago, and with reknewing our friendships, Al was an inspiration to me with all he had endured and over come. Only the stregnth of a loving family could have helped him through his trying times. Now is your time to ask him for his support.My heart goes out to you and to Ray Ray for Al was a special part of your lives and no one can take your pain away. God Bless. “
“”Kitty, Nancy and Family” I am so sorry to hear about Al I know that he has had quite a journey. He can now rest. May God be very close to you at this time I will keep Al and all of you in my prayers. I have alot of fond memories of him he was really a good guy. He has alot of family in Heaven where there is only Happiness and Love. Just remember that.”
“Kitty & Nancy With deepest sympathy to you and your family.I will miss his wave & smile when we meet on the road. Now he is at peace and I bet he had the biggest smile when he saw his dad and Dylan. In ours prayers we ask God to bless you with courage, to bear the sorrow that now fills your heart.If there anything we can do for you ,please let us know.”
“Aunt Kat, Nancy & family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. We so wish that we could be there for a hand to hold or a shoulder to cry on. Al will always have a special place in the hearts of our family. May God Bless and hold you in his arms for some comfort.”
“Kitty and family, We are so saddened to hear that Al has passed away but know that he is happy in heaven,not suffering,and with God watching over you. Our prayers are with you. Helen and George”
“Kitty & family: So sorry for the loss of your son, I just can’t imagine what you are going through losing a child. May God bless your family. So sorry I can’t offer you our condolences in person, but we now live in Alabama. Doris & Skip Jones”
“So very sorry to hear about Al’s passing. We had so many good times together. I know you’ll miss him, but he’s no longer in pain. “
“Kitty and nancy, My thoughts are with your family. The Holy Spirit will hold Al in the palm of His hand. I hold such fond memories, good and.. well you know, of our youth and high school days. He is finally painless.”
“To the Swann Family: Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.”
“Dear Kitty, Nancy, and Family – my deepest sympathies on the loss of Allan. He is free of pain and suffering and at peace. Think of the good times. I’ll always remember his friendly wave and smile whenever our paths crossed. He was a great classmate from our time at Holy Angels Sacred Heart School and as a classmate @ Ryken – CLASS OF ’75. “
“Miss Kitty, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. You have another Angel to watch over you. Charity sends “HUGS & KISSES” to you too. “
“Miss Kitty and Family, We are deeply saddened by the news of Al’s passing. We will cherish the memories of Al and the times we spent together. Rest in Peace Al.”
“Miss Kitty & Family I am so sorry for you loss. My prayers are with you.”
“Kitty and family, you are in our thoughts and we pray for peace within your hearts.”
“So sorry to hear of Al’s passing. You are in my prayers.”
“MY VERY BEST REGARDS TO THE ALLAN SWANN FAMILY. HE WENT THROUGH SO MUCH.”
“Cat, Nancy, & family, We will surely miss Al as I know you will. At least he is now at peace and doesn’t haven’t to face any more suffering. Sorry we couldn’t be there for you as you have always been there for our family, but we’re in Florida and Bert is unable to make the trip to MD at this time. We love you Bert & Bonnie”
“Kitty & Nancy, My heart goes out to you at this sad time. I pray that God brings you peace in your hearts & happy memories for years to come. God bless Al, may he rest in peace now and forever.”
“To the Swann family- May you find peace in this time of loss by keeping the good memories of Al. He enjoyed life and lived it to the fullest. He loved fast cars, speed boats, old dogs, and cold beer. He is an unforgettable character that will be missed greatly.”
“Sorry to hear about Al. Hopefully now he is resting peacefully and pain free. I know hes watching over you and the rest of the family, and he will always be there. “
“Kitty, Nancy and family. I am deeply sorry for your loss. May you find comfort that Al is not suffering anymore. I know your hearts are broken, but I hope as time goes by you will know that he is finally home and at peace. May God Bless you all. Sorry I couldn’t be there for you, but you all are in my prayers.”
“Kitty, Nancy and family, Our sincere sympathy to you. Due to illness on our family we were unable to see you in person but we hope that you know that our heartfelt love and prayers are with you and your family now and always. “