Susan Ann (Awe) Swank-Eckert's obituary , Passed away on March 4, 2026 in Freeport, Illinois
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Susan Ann (Awe) Swank-Eckert

May 25, 1944 - March 4, 2026 (81 years old)

Freeport, Illinois

Susan Ann (Awe) Swank-Eckert's obituary , Passed away on March 4, 2026 in Freeport, Illinois
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Susan Ann (Awe) Swank-Eckert

May 25, 1944 - March 4, 2026 (81 years old)

Freeport, Illinois

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Susan Ann (Awe) Swank-Eckert Obituary

We bid farewell to Susan Ann (Awe) Swank-Eckert of Freeport, Illinois, born in Sycamore, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 4, 2026 at the age of 81. Susan Ann touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Melvin Awe and Vivian Awe (Smith); her former husband David Swank; and her brothers, Ben Awe and Jerry Awe.

She is survived by: her husband Jack Eckert of Freeport; her daughters, Angela Spachman (Jon) of Freeport and Melinda Swank (Fletcher Martin) of Chicago; her sister-in-law Judy Awe-Goltermann of Texas; and her grandchildren, Noah Spachman, Kennedy Spachman, Griffyn Martin and Sawyer Martin.

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March 9, 2026

Ginger Alms wrote a sympathy message

“Aunt Sue's passing will leave an emptiness for those closest to her, but I also know that she would want each one of you to fill it up with the love, humor, and kindness that she had and you, Angie & Mindy & your families, reflect so beautifully. I have special memories of working for her when I was fresh out of college, and I had the honor of being the flower girl in her wedding. She had so much love to give and she gave it generously. I'm glad she found love with you, too, Jack- so special.”

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First Lutheran Church
303 S Galena Ave, Freeport, IL 61032

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303 S Galena Ave, Freeport, IL 61032

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