Sherri Swiecicki

Sherri Jean Swiecicki, 66, of Granite City, Illinois, passed away at 11:08 a.m. on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.

She was born on January 30, 1959, in Hillsboro, Illinois, the daughter of the late Delbert L. and Norma Jean (Bentley) Micnhimer. On March 19, 1983, she married the love of her life, Keith Swiecicki, at Niedringhaus United Methodist Church in Granite City. He survives.

Sherri dedicated over 40 years of her life to early childhood education, retiring in January 2024. She was a devoted preschool teacher whose heart and soul were poured into nurturing young children, shaping countless lives with care, patience, and love.

She cherished time spent shopping, traveling, and hosting celebrations for holidays, birthdays, or simply to bring family and friends together. Sherri embraced the many relocations throughout her life with joy—meeting new people and making every new house a home with her creative and warm decorating style.

Above all, Sherri cherished her role as a mother. Her daughters were her pride and joy, and her life was full of cherished family memories. She will be remembered for her kind heart, gentle spirit, and joyful presence. She was selfless, always putting others before herself, and her loving personality left a lasting impact on everyone she met.

She is survived by her beloved husband of 42 years, Keith Swiecicki; two daughters and sons-in-law, Courtney and Morgan Wecker of Chesterfield, Missouri, and Nicolle and Gavin Bennett of Lake St. Louis, Missouri; as well as extended family and many dear friends.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Terry Micnhimer.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Irwin Chapel, 3960 Maryville Road, Granite City, Illinois.
Funeral services will follow on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the same location, with Reverend Sharon Autenrieth officiating.
Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in Edwardsville, Illinois.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Children’s Miracle Network and will be accepted at the funeral chapel.

Condolences and memories may be shared online at www.irwinchapel.com.