Michael E. Swartz

YORK – Michael E. Swartz, 67, of York, passed away, Monday, December 19, 2022, at his home.  He was the husband of Marie (Brady) Swartz who he married 32 years ago on April 12, 1990.

Michael was born August 9, 1955, in York and was the son of the late Franklin D. and June H. (Sweitzer) Swartz.

He graduated in 1973 from Northeastern High School in Manchester, PA.  He also attended Penn State University in York.  He retired in 2018 from ADESA, formerly PADE in Strinestown.  Previously he was employed by York Volkswagen, York Cycle Center, and Harley Davidson in York.  He was a member of Shiloh American Legion, Green Door Hunting Camp in Lycoming County and Quickel Lutheran Church where he served on Church Council, Property Committee, Choir member and former Treasurer.  Michael proudly served his country in the United States Army with the 18th Field Artillery stationed in Fort Bragg, NC.

In addition to his wife, Marie, Michael is survived by his daughter, Sarah Matthews, and her husband Jordan of York; two grandchildren; his brother, Andrew Swartz and his wife Leigh Ann of Thomasville and his sister, Kathy Dellinger and her husband, Tim of Forestville, CA.  He was preceded in death by his daughter, Jessica Swartz, his stepson, Thomas Yeager and his brother, Mark Swartz.

Michael's graveside service will begin at 11:00 AM, January 09, 2023, in Quickel Cemetery, York.  Officiating at the service will be his pastor Reverend Roy Stetler.  Arrangements have been entrusted to Diehl Funeral Home & Cremation Center of Mount Wolf.

Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider, Quickel Lutheran Church 60 Canal Road, York, PA 17406 or to Our Daily Bread, 331 South George Street, York, PA. 17401.

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