Lewis A. Swyer
Lewis A. Swyer | |
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 Statue of Swyer near the New York State Capitol in Albany | |
| Born | June 9, 1918[1] Hoosick Falls, New York, U.S. |
| Died | December 25, 1988 (aged 70) Albany, New York, U.S. |
| Occupations | Businessman; construction executive |
| Known for | Founder of the L. A. Swyer Construction Company |
Lewis A. Swyer (June 9, 1918 – December 25, 1988) was an American businessman who founded the L. A. Swyer Construction Company.[2]
Biography
Born in Hoosick Falls, New York, Swyer served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and established his construction firm in Albany in 1947.[3] His company was known for several building projects, including synagogues, churches, and hotels.[3][4]
Swyer also held positions as the chairman of the Saratoga Performing Arts Center and was a board member for institutions such as the State University of New York at Albany and Skidmore College.[3] He died at age 70 in St. Peter's Hospital, Albany.[3]
References
- ↑ "New York State Birth Index - 1918". New York State Department of Health. p. 1635. Retrieved 5 June 2026.
- ↑ Staff (1988-12-27). "LEWIS A. SWYER". Buffalo News. Retrieved 2023-09-13.
- 1 2 3 4 Ap (1988-12-27). "Lewis Swyer, 70, Dies; Arts Center Chairman". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2023-09-13.
- ↑ Janairo, Michael (20 July 2012). "SPAC to honor Lewis Swyer". Times Union.