David Swan

SWAN, DAVID STEPHEN – (50 Year Mason, past member at Seymour A.F. & A.M. 277 and current member of Brock Daylight A.F.& A.M. 745 and proud member of the St. Catharines Shrine Club) Passed away peacefully, on Monday, May 5, 2025 in his 99th year. Devoted husband to the late Barbara (née Hall) for 60 years. Cherished Dad to Sylvia (Thomas) Fannon, Bradley (Tracey) Swan and Teresa (Thomas) Galbraith. Proud Papa to Matthew (Lauren) Swan and Isabella, Sophia, John Paul and Mario Galbraith. Great Grandpa to Jack and Austin. David was predeceased by his sister Susan (Henk) Willems and his infant sister Iris. He will be fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews and friends. Having spent his entire life in Niagara, David retired from General Motors in 1990 from his position as Tool Room Supervisor. He also volunteered his time with both Grantham and Merritton Volunteer Firefighters. His retirement passions included researching local history, especially the development of the Welland Canal. David was extremely proud of his father Private Alfred Stephen Swan who fought for the Canadians at the Battle of Vimy Ridge, this inspired the extensive World War One research that he has shared with a local military museum. All are welcome to attend a Masonic Service held promptly at 1:30 PM on Friday, May 30, 2025 at Niagara Shrine Club 5621 North Street, Niagara Falls. A time of family remembrances will follow, and fellowship will ensue until 5:00 PM. David was laid to rest with Barbara in a private family ceremony at Pleasantview Memorial Gardens. If desired, donations to Shriners Hospitals for Children – Canada or Sick Kids Hospital Foundation – directed to the Dr. Robert Salter Visiting Professorship and Lecture Fund may be left along with online condolences at www.Bocchinfusofh.com

David's family would like to thank Jack Swan and Brian (Carm) Lenartowich for consistently being there for him, and the staff at Linhaven for the loving care they took of our Dad.