After a long and difficult struggle with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, asbestosis and hemachromotosis, Dennis passed away peacefully on October 8, 2011 at Royal Jubilee Hospice in Victoria, B.C. at the age of 68 years.
Dennis was born on September 22, 1943 in McAdam N.B. and he was raised on the family dairy farm in Manners Sutton, N.B. He graduated from Harvey Regional High School and Fredericton Business College. Prior to his retirement in Victoria, B.C., he was employed in Fredericton, N.B., Belleville, Ontario and Ottawa, Ontario where he became a loyal fan of the Ottawa Senators Hockey team.
He was predeceased by his parents: Matthew William Smith Swan (1975) and Glenna Inez Wilson Swan (1997). Besides his adopted children, Kenny and Krista, he is survived by his siblings: Matthew (Carol), Barbara, and Gerald (Carol), his aunt Joyce (Frank) Briggs, uncle Donald (Bertha) Wilson, several cousins, nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank Royal Jubilee Hospice staff, his doctor, Dr Marthyman, Home health Nurse Cory and home care staff. Your kindness and caring blessed not only Dennis in his final journey but also eased the minds and hearts of his family. Thank you so much.
To the residents of Esquimalt Apartments, Mr. And Mrs. Takkur and his special angel Pat, the family wishes to extend a sincere and profound “Thank You”. He considered all of you as his second family and as such we appreciate your support and assistance during his illness. He would wish that during the next Christmas party that you have a toast to him.
Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccalbros.com
Sincerely,
Matthew, Barbara, Gerald & families
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Doug & Pamela Robichaud and family
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Sharon Nutley So sorry to hear about your loss of Dennis.
Sharon
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Sheila West Dear Matthew, Barbara, Gerald and Families,
To let you know that our thoughts are with you and to offer you our deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one.
Sheila & Thom West
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Cynthia Swan Dear Matthew, Barbara, Gerald and Families,
I am very saddened to hear about Dennis passing away. My deepest and most heartfelt sympathy goes out to each of you at this most difficult time. Dennis will be missed by his family and many friends. He is at peace now with no more suffering.
Cynthia
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Dave MacLaughlin Swannie
Thanks for taking care of our building and residents. You will be fondly remembered !!!
Sometimes life just does not seem fair, when I was a youngster I looked up to Dennis as my “cool” uncle. It’s always tough when you lose someone who had an impact in your life. I have parents, many many aunts and uncles as well as close family and friends who have touched me in one way or another and as I age it is inevitable that these days will come. Though I will never be ready for these days, I will always be thankful for and cherish the memories. So thinking of my Mom who was there for me from the time I was a baby to my uncles Gerald and Junior and their families, I will celebrate Thanksgiving this season with my family. I remember how Dennis loved the family “feasts” and always piled his “platter” full of Nana’s and mom’s cooking, today we will dine and raise a glass to my uncle Dennis. Happy Thanksgiving Dennis, you’re resting in peace with Nana and Pops now.