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13, 1924 - Dec. 10, 2009MISHAWAKA - Cecil L. Schweisberger, 85, of Mishawaka, passed away on December 10th in his residence surrounded by his family. Cecil was born in Mishawaka on October 13, 1924, to the late Edgar G. and Elsie J. (Foeckler) Schweisberger. Cecil served his country during WWII, serving in the Army, along the European Theatre. He was honorably discharged in the spring of 1946. On June 29, 1946, in the First United Methodist Church, he married Marjorie Hoskins. Cecil worked at Dodge Manufacturing, as a machinist, retiring in 1982 after 19 years. He was a lifelong member of VFW Post #360 and the Albright United Methodist Church. Cecil enjoyed wood-working, fishing, gardening and playing cards. He was an avid fan of basketball, enjoying many Indiana Hoosier games. Cecil is survived by his loving wife, Marjorie, and his son, Joel (Karen) Schweisberger of South Bend. He is also survived by two granddaughters, Sarah Beth (Nate) Troyer of South Bend and Valarie Nicole Schweisberger of Syracuse, NY; along with two sisters, Phyllis Sterchi of South Bend and Shirley Showalter of Goshen. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert and Gerald Schweisberger; and two sisters, Joyce Nelson and Evelyn Walker. A memorial service honoring Cecil's life will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 15th, in the Albright United Methodist Church, 504 W. Mishawaka Ave., with Rev. Warren Kirkwood officiating. Friends may visit with the family one hour prior to the memorial service. Bubb Funeral Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to either the Albright United Methodist Church, 504 W. Mishawaka Ave., or to Hospice of St. Joseph County, 111 Sunnybrook Court, South Bend.