Donald "Peewee" Swiech, born August 23, 1950 in Houston, Texas passed away on May 15, 2023 at the age of 72 in Houston, Texas. Donald Swiech is preceded in death by his father and mother, Joe and Gladys Swiech and twin brother, Ronald Swiech. Donald is survived by sister, Sally Cresswell and husband, Forrest and brother, Doug Swiech and wife Debbie along with numerous nieces and nephews, friends and cousins.
Donald was a graduate of the Cy-Fair Class of 1970. He was drafted into the United States Army in June of 1970 where he served with the 1st Air Cavalry in Vietnam. His decorations include Air Medal, National Defence and Vietnam Service Medal. Donald was a fabricator for various companies including Metro, Brown & Root and Daniel. He enjoyed spending time at his second home in Shepherd, Texas as well as fixing up his classic 1972 Chevy Truck. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
A visitation for Donald will be held Thursday, May 25, 2023 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at American Heritage Funeral Home, 10710 Veterans Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77038. A funeral service will occur Thursday, May 25, 2023 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, 10710 Veterans Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77038. A committal service will occur Thursday, May 25, 2023 from 1:15 PM to 1:45 PM at Houston National Cemetery, 10410 Veterans Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77038. A reception will occur Thursday, May 25, 2023 from 1:45 PM to 3:45 PM, 10710 Veterans Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77038.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.AmericanHeritageFuneralHome.com for the Swiech family.
