Elaine Swords Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Elaine Swords (Cheektowaga, New York), who passed away on September 28, 2025. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Elaine Swords to pay them a last tribute.

In the vast expanse of eternity, Elaine shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Elaine farewell, her loved ones carry with them the precious gift of her memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: her husband Michael Swords; and her sisters, Anita Alfieri (Joseph) and Audrey Potter (Russell). She was also cherished by nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 9th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Dietrich Funeral Home Inc. (2480 Kensington Ave, Amherst, NY 14226). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday, October 11th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the St. Aloysius Gonzaga Church (157 Cleveland Dr, Cheektowaga, NY 14215).