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City loses one of its biggest boosters The city of Wyandotte lost one of its giants on Aug. 12, 2021 when former City Councilman and City Treasurer Andy Swiecki passed away. He was remembered variously by friends, family and colleagues as “a class act, a great man and a fabulous human being.” Andrew A. Swiecki, who was 82 when he died, was involved in city government for 46 years. He was a councilman from 1967 until 1979 and the treasurer from 1979 until 2013. But his service to the community extends far beyond that. He gave unending support to many Wyandotte institutions. Among them were: n The Wyandotte Lions Club, where he headed up their flea market and golf outing n Wyandotte Goodfellows and their “no child without a Christmas.” n Friends of the Wyandotte Museum n The Wyandotte Parade n Knights of Columbus n The Wyandotte Street Art Fair where he utilized his bartending skills at the famous beer tent. Mr. Swiecki brought a service-first attitude to his job as City Treasurer and even sat up front to be able to assist residents. The Andrew Swiecki Wyandotte Customer Service Center located in City Hall has been named in his honor. Other service awards and accomplishments encompass Goodfellows of the Year Award, Wyandotte Citizen of the Year Award, Board of Directors of The Downriver Family YMCA, and Wayne County Treasurer’s Association President.
Former City Councilman and City Treasurer Andy Swiecki and his wife Pat.
Photo by Larry Caruso
Mr. Swiecki was born Aug. 2, 1939 to Andrew and Sophia Swiecki and was one of five children. The others are Julie Iwasko, Christine Niewiarowski, Lucille Iwasko, Eugene Swiecki
The family lived above his father’s business in his beloved city of Wyandotte. For 26 years he operated and was the center of conversation at Andy’s Café. He was a 1957 graduate of Mt.
Carmel High School and a 1963 graduate of the University of Detroit. Always a faithful servant, Mr. Swiecki was a staple at Mt. Carmel’s 8 a.m. mass. He adored his beloved wife of almost 53 years, Patricia Prosniewski. A proud and encouraging father, he and Patricia had three children, Andrew K. Swiecki, Jeffrey Swiecki, and Susan Radel (Swiecki). Mr. Sawicki enjoyed seven grandchildren, Sophia Swiecki, Andrew D. Swiecki, Stefanie Swiecki, Sam Swiecki, Amanda Swiecki, Cameron Radel and Claire Radel. Forever a family man, he dedicated himself to keeping in touch through phone calls, emails and social gettogethers. Playing football at The University of Detroit, playing in a softball league and even skydiving were hallmarks of Andy’s adventurous spirit. A love for travel continued throughout his life. He enjoyed golf, playing cards with friends and a good cigar. His boundless energy, positivity and genuine compassion impacted all he met. Andy is survived by a community overflowing with those who know, love and cherish him and his contributions to their lives. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to The Wyandotte Lions Club (lionsclubs. org) and The Wyandotte Goodfellows (Wyandotte Goodfellows, P.O. Box 392, Wyandotte, MI 48192).
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