Tyco Swick, a former Executive Director of Sight Center of Northwest Pennsylvania, passed away at the age of 86 on Monday, November 10, 2025.
He was married to Sharon for 62 years, and they have four daughters.
Tyco Swick dedicated his life to serving the Erie community.
Generations of local families felt his impact through his passions for supporting the blind and raising money for charity. He was the leader of the Erie Center for the Blind, now known as the Sight Center of Northwest Pennsylvania, for decades.
His other significant contribution was through the Save An Eye football game. He became the game manager in 1970 and led the popular all-star event for decades.
His work was so significant that he was inducted into the Erie Metro Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame in 2010.
Moreover, the Erie Lions Club honored him for 50 years of service in 2013 and recently added the Tyco V. Swick scholarship for two athletes.
We are deeply saddened by the recent passing of Tyco Swick, our former Executive Director. Tyco’s leadership and vision left an indelible mark on our agency and the communities we serve. His dedication to improving lives and creating opportunities for individuals who are blind or visually impaired will never be forgotten.
Sight Center of Northwest Pennsylvania
Erie Says Goodbye to Tyco Swick, a Family Man and Community Lion
Tyco Swick was a lifelong resident of Erie, Pennsylvania, born in 1939. He dedicated his life to enriching the lives of others.
Sadly, a devoted community servant passed away on Monday, November 10, 2025, at the age of 86.
Tyco’s profound commitment to service was most evident through his long and distinguished tenure with the Erie Lions Club.
DG Dave Hollern and King Lion Linda Moore honored him as a Melvin Jones Fellow at the District 14-F Convention. He was the first Lion to receive this Fellowship in 100 years of Service to the Erie Lions Club.
The sight center lost a wonderful person when their former director, Tyco Swick, died. He hired me twice, first in the workshop and later at the photo center. He also claimed to have saved my life.
John Lewis
Above all, he cherished his family.
Sharon Swick was the devoted wife of Tyco Swick for 62 years, standing by his side as a true partner in life.
Even though the married couple wisely chose to keep their personal lives private, their long-lasting union speaks volumes.
Sharon was known as a supportive wife and a pillar of strength, providing the steady foundation for their family. They built a beautiful family, raising four daughters.
I am proud to say that Jim is my son-in-law, and if he would perform as a Millcreek Supervisior half as good as he is a father to our grandchildren, he would be an outstanding Supervisor.
Tyco Swick
Tyco was a man of remarkable resilience and strength.
He underwent a heart valve replacement in July 2021 and faced his recovery with the same courage and grace that defined his character.
His legacy of service, love, and kindness will live on through his family and the countless lives he touched in the Erie community.
A memorial service to celebrate Tyco’s life will be announced at a later date.
He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
Rest In Peace, Tyco Swick.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Tyco Swick lived in Erie, Pennsylvania, and studied Rehabilitation counseling at Penn State.
- He graduated from Strong Vincent High School in 1957 and became the executive director of the Erie Center for the Blind in 1963.
- The street alongside the Sight Center of Northwest PA was renamed to Tyco V. Swick Way in 2025.
