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Garrett Swasey Obituary
Garrett was born in Melrose, MA, Nov. 16, 1971. He was a long time resident of Colorado Springs, CO.
He leaves behind his loving wife, Rachel, and his two precious children, Elijah (age 11), and Faith (age 6). Garrett and Rachel were married Jan. 16, 1999. He also leaves behind his devoted parents, David and Sheila Swasey, originally of Melrose, MA, sister Kimberly Noveletsky and her husband Steven, niece Tasha Noveletsky and nephew Stephen Swasey, of Deerfield Beach, FL. Garrett also leaves a number of cousins, aunts, and uncles to keep his memory.
Garrett began ice skating at 7 years old with the Stoneham Skating Club. He moved to Colorado Springs to train at the Broadmoor Skating Club, while living at the Olympic Training Center. Garrett was a junior national ice dance champion in 1992.
Garrett became a pastor at Hope Chapel of Colorado Springs in 2006, and a police officer at University of Colorado at Colorado Springs (UCCS) in 2009, while continuing his role as pastor. Garrett was passionate for his family, his career, and for his Savior.
Memorial services will be held Friday, Dec. 4, at 1 p.m. at New Life Church, north campus. There will be a public viewing Thurs., Dec. 3 from 4-7 p.m. at Swan-law Funeral Directors, 501 N. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs. A private burial will take place at Evergreen Cemetery, Colorado Springs, for family, friends, and fellow police officers.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Officer Garrett Swasey Scholarship Fund at UCCS: www.cufund.org/swasey or mailed to UCCS, Office of Development, 1420 Austin Bluffs Pkwy., Colorado Springs, CO 80918.
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Memories and Condolences
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Sponsored by Christine Mayer.
Kevin Karl Fisk
December 5, 2015
Garrett, I'm so proud to call you my brother in Christ. You give me the courage to run to the fight and not away. You are the example of a true Christian, Husband, Father and American. .. John 15:13.
Kevin
Melissa Jo Wixom- Fisk
December 5, 2015
I saw you Garrett with your head on the Lords shoulder. His arm is around you as your watching the funeral service. Jesus said to you
" Thank you Garrett." You have done the ultimate in glorifying Our Lord and Savior. To my brother in blue and my brother in Christ it is an honor to have been graced by your presence. See you when I get home.
Melissa Jo Wixom-Fisk
Hailey Martinez
December 5, 2015
What an amazing man. Heaven has gained an Angel. My prayers for Rachel and his children. God bless.
Judith
December 5, 2015
Your life reflected that of your Lord and Savior....
May your memory be eternal....
December 5, 2015
My heart is heavy for your loss. Officer Swasey sounds like an amazing person. May your family someday find peace and comfort.
December 4, 2015
My deepest condolences to the Swasey family. Community member.
John Richards
December 4, 2015
I did not know Officer Swasey. My wife and I are formerly from Melrose Massachusetts and have family in Colorado Springs. We are deeply sorry for your loss and will keep your family in our prayers.
susan shaffer
December 4, 2015
I praise the Lord for a wonderful man His beautiful wife and children I didn't really know him But what I do know that he was loved by many and the Angels are welcoming home May the Lord comfort you and your family and be with you thru this time and his loving Angels surround you always with His love.
Joslyn Kailey
December 4, 2015
I also did not know Officer Swasey. I just watched the funeral. Thank you so much for sharing your lives with all of us. I was so inspired by Rachel, her grace, strength and poise. You, my dear, have shown more love than anyone I have ever seen. I have already passed on the nephew's message of "Blue Friday" and will continue to do so. Only one thing to say....."Blessed be the Lord". With love.
Amy Campbell
December 4, 2015
I did not know Officer Garrett Swasey but I do know he lost his life doing what he was called to do, protecting and helping others. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this difficult time.....
Peggy Norris
December 4, 2015
My Love and prayer to your family and friends, My the Lord shine on you all today and forever.Thank you so very much for your services, you'll never be forgotten.
December 3, 2015
With our sympathy and heartfelt prayers for the Garrett Swasey family. We are grateful Colorado Springs citizens for his brave and selfless service.
December 3, 2015
It was my pleasure to know you and to coach you and Christine. You were always kind, gentle and knowing - way beyond your years. More than any skating achievments, you earned status as a national and interrnational hero.
The President doesn't speak the name of just anyone. Your passing is so terribly sad and unfair. Kathy Colllins
December 3, 2015
Thank You for your protection and service to our community!!
Community Member ~ Colorado Springs
Robert Garrett
December 3, 2015
I worked with Garrett and His skating partner Christine at tha Plaza Ice Chalet in Colorado Springs. He was a real joy to be around. He was always happy and the kids who skated at the rink really looked up to Him. He sometimes worked as a skate guard and would skate with them. Throughout the years I have offten thought about Him. I am overjoyed to here that He found Jesus Christ and made Him Lord of his life. I can hardly wait to see him in heaven.
Community Member
December 2, 2015
Lifting prayers of God's comfort for his family, friends and our community during this time.
"Blessed are the peacemakers,for they will be called children of God."- Matthew 5:9
Thankful Member of the Community
December 2, 2015
Thank you for your service. You were a true guardian angel on earth. May God bless your family in this time of need.
Jim & Neta Day
December 2, 2015
God be with you as you lay your precious loved one to rest.
December 2, 2015
So young to leave us. RIP Garrett. You will not be forgotten
Scott Chamberland
December 2, 2015
Please accept my Deepest Sympathies
Christine Mayer
December 1, 2015
To the entire Swasey family - Remember that all those who live in love and faith never see each other for the last time. Garrett's spirit will continue to inspire all who knew him.
With much love and God Bless you all. Chris & Johnny Mayer
Rob Earle
December 1, 2015
Please pray for his children. Make sure they always know what a hero their dad was
December 1, 2015
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. Bobby Brown
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