Obituary of Kate Swackhammer

It is with deep sadness that we regretfully announce the passing of Kate Swackhammer nee Rose, who died suddenly at Guelph General Hospital, Thursday, December 20, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Ralph Swackhammer and wonderful mother to Michelle and David, loving mother in law to Linda and Michelle’s partner, Miles. Loved so much by her grandchildren, Jenna, Lauren and Sam. She will be deeply missed by her brother and sister in law, Alan and Fay Swackhammer and their children, Adam, Ricky and Andy. Kate was predeceased within hours by her very beloved brother, Albert Rose of Murray Corners, Sackville, New Brunswick and will be deeply missed by her cousin, Nola. Kate was an esteemed employee of the Bank of Nova Scotia in downtown Guelph for 25 years and a long time resident at 32 Hadati Road where she will be deeply missed by everyone who knew her. It is with broken hearts that we loose our "Katie Rose". All our deepest heartfelt condolences go out to her sister in law, Ardith and her children, Tim, John and Andy, their families and all the family "down east". Friends may call at the GILCHRIST CHAPEL – McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home, One Delhi Street, Guelph (from 2 – 4 p.m. & 7 – 9 p.m. Sunday, December 23, 2012). Service at the GILCHRIST CHAPEL on Monday, December 24th at 11:00 a.m. Interment Woodlawn Memorial Park. Memorial contributions to Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated. We invite you to leave your memories and donations online. Service Information Service Date Monday, December 24, 2012 Service Time 11:00 a.m. Service Location Gilchrist Chapel McIntryre & Wilkie Funeral Home Visitation Sunday, December 23, 2012 Visitation Time 2 - 4 p.m. & 7 - 9 p.m Visitation Location Gilchrist Chapel McIntyre & Wilkie Burial Date December 24, 2012 Burial Location Woodlawn Memorial Park Requested Charity Heart & Stroke Foundation or Canadian Diabetes Association