Vija S. Swartzell Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Vija S. Swartzell of Elkhart, Indiana, who passed away on April 19, 2024 at the age of 80. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Vija S. Swartzell to pay them a last tribute.
As we bid adieu to Vija's earthly form, let us not dwell on the void left in her wake, but rather celebrate the legacy of love and inspiration Vija has bequeathed us. For though she may have departed from our sight, her spirit remains a timeless beacon, guiding loved ones through the labyrinth of life's journey.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Karlis Kampars and Zenta Kampars (Eglite); and her son Richard "Ricky" Karlis Picon. She is survived by: her husband Steven K. Swartzell; her daughter Danielle Oswald (Jeffrey) of Battle Creek, MI; her grandchildren, Martin Oswald of Battle Creek, MI and Allison Oswald-Bialecki (Michael) of Springfield, MI; and her siblings, John Kampars (Cathy) of Niles, MI, Aija Blevins (Howard) of Silver City, NM and Martin Kampars (Mary) of Jones, MI. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
