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In memory of
Corporal Gary "Bubba" Edward Swetman
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February 15, age 73, surrounded by his family. Gary is predeceased by his parents, Edward and Phyllis. Gary was a Corporal in the United States Marine Corps, bravely serving a tour of duty in Vietnam. Upon returning, he began his career in the electrical contracting field, retiring in 2013 as a Chief Estimator. Gary is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Francine (Ferrari), his beloved children Laurie (Rob Valentino), Lisa (Jay Falvo) and …
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What were Gary's favorite foods?
Anything you put on his plate
Anything you put on his plate
Anything you put on his plate
What were Gary's favorite sports teams?
He was a big fan of whatever team his grandkids liked
He was a big fan of whatever team his grandkids liked
He was a big fan of whatever team his grandkids liked
What were Gary's favorite ways to spend free time?
Watch TV
Watch TV
Watch TV
What were Gary's favorite movies?
Any John Wayne movie
Any John Wayne movie
Any John Wayne movie
Timeline
Born
November 22nd, 1949
Deployed to Vietnam
1969
Parris Island, SC
Returned From Vietnam
1970
Parris Island, SC
Survived by
Francine Swetman
Wife
Lisa Falvo
Daughter
Laurie Valentino
Daughter
Doug Swetman
Brother
Jay Falvo
Son-in-law
Rob Valentino
Son-in-law
Michael Swetman
Son
Adam Valentino
Grandson
Juliana Valentino
Granddaughter
Maya Swetman
Granddaughter
Leah Swetman
Granddaughter
Jacob Falvo
Grandchild
Lucas Falvo
Grandson
Kaelyn Falvo
Granddaughter
Predeceased by
Edward Swetman
Father
Phylis Swetman
Mother
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