Mary Ann Sweder

Struthers - Mary Ann  Sweder, 87, passed away on  June 12, 2024, after an extended illness, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on September 18, 1936, in Youngstown, Ohio, daughter of the late Stephen and Mary (Betts) Terlesky. She was a 1954 graduate of The Rayen School,  and attended the Youngstown Secretarial School. Mary Ann was a member of Christ our Savior Parish, St. Nicholas Church. She worked for Erie Lackawanna Railway from 1955 - 1968. She belonged to the League of Ukrainian Catholics, was also on a bowling league at Holiday Bowl. Mary Ann enjoyed dancing at Avon Oaks Ballroom in Girard and The Murial Room in Youngstown.  She also loved spending time with her grandchildren, going to their sporting and music events and sewing.

Mary Ann is survived by her loving spouse Thomas Sweder whom she married on May 20, 1967; son, Jeff (Christie) Sweder; daughter in law, Nicole (Michael) Sweder; two brothers, Ted (Mary Lou) Terlesky, John (Linda) Terlesky; grandchildren, Ryan Sweder, Jason Sweder, Evan Sweder sons of Jeff and Christie Sweder and Riley Sweder, daughter of Michael Sweder.

She was preceded in death by her son, Michael Sweder, parents Stephen and Mary Terlesky; brother, Paul Terlesky; nieces, Michelle Terlesky and Allison Terlesky and nephew, Todd Terlesky.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, June 18, 2024, from 10:00-10:45 am at Christ Our Savior Parish, St. Nicholas Church, Struthers, Ohio. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am. Mary Ann will be laid to rest at Lake Park Cemetery in Youngstown.

The family would like to send their gratitude to the Select Specialty Hospital Care team on Belmont Ave. for the exceptional care and compassion given to Mary Ann.

In lieu of flowers, the family encourages memorial donations be given to The James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute. You may donate online at https://cancer.osu.edu/for-donors-and-volunteers/how-to-donate or call 1-800-293-5066 for other methods. You can also donate to Christ Our Savior Parish, St. Nicholas Church in Struthers.

Local arrangements are by Kirila Funeral Home, Inc,. in Struthers.  To send online condolences please visit www.kirilafh.com.

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