Anton Schwindt

Mass of Christian Burial for Anton J. Schwindt, 83, of Dickinson, is 1:00 p. m. on Friday, November 14, 2003, at St. Joseph?s Catholic Church with Father Jerry Kautzman, as celebrant. Interment will follow in St. Joseph?s Cemetery. Visitation is Thursday from 9:00 a. m. to 9:00 p. m. at Stevenson-Mischel-Olson Chapel with a rosary and vigil being said at 7:00 p. m. by Deacon Ralph Stockert. Anton passed away on Monday, November 10, 2003, at St. Joseph?s Hospital. Anton was born February 17, 1920, on the family farm in Dickinson, ND to Anton and Teresa (Hirsch) Schwindt. He grew up and attended country schools while continuing to help with the family farm. On October 25, 1938, Anton married Magdalen Pachl in St. Joseph?s Catholic Church. Together the couple farmed for ten years before moving to Taylor where they owned and operated the Taylor Bar. Upon moving to Dickinson the couple returned to farming and Anton also worked for Occident Elevator then transferring to Pevey Elevator now known as Woody?s Grain. In the late 70?s, Anton retired and continued to make Dickinson his home. He was a lifetime member the Eagles Club as well as a member of St. Joseph?s Catholic Church, St. Anthony Club and Knights of Columbus Club. Anton enjoyed playing cards, driving in the country and dancing. He especially loved spending time with family and friends. Anton is survived by his wife, Magdalen ?Maggie? Schwindt of Dickinson, his children, Arnie (Carol) Schwindt of Chaska, MN, Ervin (Janice) Schwindt of Temple, TX, Lorraine (Ray) Rykowski of Dickinson, Leona Coutts (Gary Martin) of Bismarck, ND, Larry (Debbie) Schwindt of Mesa, AZ, Dale (Irene) Schwindt of Mandan, ND, Renae (Chuck) Stroh of Dickinson, ND, Mike (MaryAnn) Schwindt of Dickinson, ND, Pearl (Roger) Roll of Dickinson, ND, Eugene (Tina) Schwindt of Dickinson, ND, Jeff (Kathy) Schwindt of Phoenix, AZ; 29 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; one great great grandchild, Jennifer Harrison; one sister, Monica Kuntz of Circle, MT; one sister-in-law, Tillie Schwindt of Dickinson, ND along with many nieces and nephews. His parents, five brothers, four sisters, two granddaughters, Sherry Brantley and Jessica Schwindt, preceded him in death. Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at stevensonfuneralhome. com.


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Burial Date: November 14, 2003
Funeral Home Dickinson, ND

Mass: Friday, St. Joseph’s Catholic Church