Chester M. Swierat Sr., 61, of Belford, passed away June 18. Chester was born and raised in Newark, one of 10 children born to the late Teresa and John Swierat Sr. After living in Pennsylvania and several places briefly, Chester settled in Belford. He was working as a PC Technician for MRA International, Inc. in Long Branch.
Chester was a kind and caring gentleman. He could get lost for hours on his computer, but if you needed him for something, he would drop everything to be there for you. He was not much of an animal person, but he loved caring for his sister’s pets while she was away. He was always there for his family. He loved to spoil his children, all his nieces and nephews and he was the proudest grandfather that one could be. He would always remember family birthdays and never missed sending a card. He enjoyed putting a smile on your face and had a great sense of humor.
His genuine kindness will be missed and his passion for classic rock, appreciation for talented musicians and love of Cyndi Lauper will carry on in our hearts.
Chester is survived by daughter Stephanie Banaszek and son Chester Jr. He also leaves behind his brother William Swierat and five sisters, CeCe Kreppenneck, Eileen Swierat, Ronni DiBartolomeo, Bobbi Cardoniga, and Berni (John) Santiago, along with his three adored grandchildren, Sara Banaszek, Nathan Banaszek and Cody Cragle.
Chester was predeceased by his siblings, John Swierat Jr., Jenny Ricany and Mary Laspina.
A Memorial Gathering will take place June 25 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Scott & Kedz Home for Funerals, Belford. A funeral service will conclude the afternoon.
