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Albert Donald "Bert" Swares

February 2, 2018

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Oct 30, 1926 - Feb 2, 2018
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our devoted husband and father in the Vernon Jubilee Hospital on February 2, 2018.

Survived by his loving wife Florine, son Donald, daughters Arlene (Mike), Ghezlane (Denny) and Wendy (Barry), stepchildren Denise, Carissa (Joel), Paul, 7 grandchildren, 9 step-grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and 2 step-great-grandchildren.

Predeceased by his first wife Irene, parents John and Willemina, granddaughter Dana, sister Alma LeFleurier (Swares) and son-in-law Homer Alexis.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bert's memory to the Vernon Lions Club, where he was a member for many years. Special thanks to Dr. Long for all his care and compassion over the years. As well, thank you to Interior Health and all the wonderful care-aids who helped with his care this past year.

There will be a Memorial Service held for Albert at 11:00 am on Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at St. James Catholic Church (2607 27th Street, Vernon, BC) with a reception to follow.

You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence at the family's on-line obituary @ www.MyAlternatives.ca 

Arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, Vernon 250-558-0866 & Armstrong 250-546-7237.
 Alternatives Funeral and Cremation Services



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