Margaret loved her flower gardens and collecting antiques. She traveled extensively around the world. Her family will always remember her keen sense of humor and the special care that she showed each of them. Burial will be at Woodland Cemetery, Delhi. Contributions in her memory may be made to First Presbyterian Church, Delhi.
Arrangements are with the MacArthur Funeral Home, Delhi.
He was married to Wilma Odell, of Meridale, in June 1945. Mr. Swantak was the owner-operator for more than 50 years of Joseph Swantak Inc., Oneonta, a regional wholesaler of farm equipment. He was a lifelong area resident who enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. He was predeceased by three sisters and two brothers, Antoshia Swantak, Effie Ruparshuk, Sophie Cole, Stephen Swantak and Michael Swantak. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be given in memory of Joseph V. Swantak to the Aldrich Baptist Church, Route 28, North Franklin, N.Y. 13820, or to the Meridale Emergency Squad, Meridale, N.Y. 13806.