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Obituary for SWIFT


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Sunday November 02, 2008

Michael Douglas Swift, 50, died October 20, 2008. Michael was born in Oakland CA, July 30, 1958, the son of Jane Neuenschwander Swift and Douglas Swift. Mike lived most of his life in Albuquerque. He graduated from Sandia High School and New Mexico State University. He obtained his master's degree from Webster University. He was employed by Joske's Department Stores in El Paso and San Antonio, Honeywell in Albuquerque, and Intel in Rio Rancho. He was employed by Advent Solar at the time of his death. He volunteered with United Way of Central New Mexico. In addition to his parents; he is survived by sisters Sharon Leslie of Durham NC, Susan Ertmer and husband Rob of Eaton CO, Barbara Swift and husband Clyde Burke of Garner NC, and Melanie Swezy and husband Grant of Midland TX; brother David and wife Nichol of San Diego CA; four nephews and a niece. In accordance with Mike's wishes, his organs have been donated and his remains cremated. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to United Way of Central New Mexico, PO Box 25848, Albuquerque NM 87125, or to Albuquerque Community Foundation, PO Box 36960, Albuquerque NM 87176. Private Services have been held. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 www.frenchmortuary.com


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