Andrew James Sawisky, “Swiss”, 25, passed away unexpectedly Friday, August 5, 2016. He was born in Racine, April 17, 1991, son of Daniel and Debora (Nee:Schmidt) Sawisky.

Andrew graduated from Washington Park High School “Class of 2009” and had attended Gateway Technical College. Andrew was currently employed at Holiday Inn Express. He enjoyed fishing, camping, boating, sports, and music which included singing in bands. He will be dearly missed.

Surviving are his dad, Daniel (Mary Johann); brothers, Luke and Jacob; nephew, Grant; grandparents, Karlyn (Vic) Morris, Arthur and Mary Schmidt; aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Debbie and grandfather, Fred Sawisky.

A memorial service will be held Friday, August 12, 2016, 6:00 P.M. at Grace Church, 3526 Hwy 31. Relatives and friends may meet the family during a reception following the service. In lieu of flowers memorials to Grace Church have been suggested.

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Denise Lockwood has an extensive background in traditional and non-traditional media. She has written for Patch.com, the Milwaukee Business Journal, Milwaukee Magazine and the Kenosha News.