David Swantek, 82, retired Ohio police officer
May 9, 2024
David L. Swantek of Murrells Inlet died April 7 with his family at his side. He was 82.
Known as Dave, he was born Nov. 1, 1941, in Toledo, Ohio, the son of Orville B. and Sally Swantek. Dave played football at Woodward High School .
Mr. Swantek was a third generation career Toledo policeman, following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather. He served as a police officer in Toledo for 26 years.
Upon retirement in 1994, he his wife Kathy moved to South Carolina.
Mr. Swantek was an avid golfer and helped maintain local golf courses, including Indigo Creek and the River Club, until 2020.
He loved repairing and restoring cars. He and Kathy would work together until the vehicles were perfect. The couple loved watching races at Darlington Motor Speedway and attending University of South Carolina football games.
In addition to his wife of 46 years, he is survived by his son, David S. Swantek (Dena) of Toledo.
Memorials may be made to the Sugar Bear Fund at Ark Animal Hospital, 1011 Sixth Ave. N, Ext., Surfside Beach, SC 29575.
