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James Swan Obituary
Age 81 of Horseheads, NY went to be with his Lord on Thursday October 9, 2008. Jim was born October 5, 1927 in Horseheads, NY the son of the late Fred and Mary Jane Washington Swan. He married his wife Mary E. Eccles Swan on June 11, 1970 and they recently celebrated their 38th Wedding Anniversary. Jim was a retired truck driver with Delmont Trucking Company of Elmira, NY and member of Teamsters' Local # 529. He also worked at Horwitz Paper Company and JoAnn Fabrics in Horseheads, NY. Mr. Swan was a member of The First Baptist Church of Horseheads and a former member of The Horseheads Retired Lions Club. Jim was pre-deceased by his parents; his son James Edward Swan; his brothers Fred Swan, William Swan, and John Swan; his sisters Marion Swan Thompson and Winifred Swan Berhannan. Mr. Swan enjoyed electronics, tinkering, and doing small engine repairs. Jim loved his family and friends and cherished the time he spent with them. Jim is survived by his loving and devoted wife Mary E. Eccles Swan; daughters and sons-in-law: Yvonne Swan Steele & Jerry Steele of Owens Mills, Maryland, Linda Swan Spence & Quinton Spence of Norfolk, Virginia, and Sheila & James Shanberger of Greensboro, NC; sons and daughters-in-law: Anthony Brooks of Greensboro, NC and Reginald & Patrice Brooks of Harrisburg, PA; grandchildren: Michelle Steele, Renee Spence, Tiffany Spence, Nicole Spence, Sean Edwards, Courtney Brooks, Jordan Brooks, Roberts Brooks, and Yani Brooks; sister-in-law: Evelyn (Mrs. John) Swan of Horseheads, NY; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends including a special nephew Michael Berhannan. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Monday October 13, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Mr. Swan's Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday October 14, 2008 at 11 AM at The First Baptist Church of Horseheads 2293 Grand Central Avenue Horseheads, NY. Pastor Robert Finch will officiate. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY. The Family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Jim through memorials to The First Baptist Church of Horseheads 2293 Grand Central Avenue Horseheads, NY 14845.
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Kathy Fiorenza
October 19, 2008
Mrs Swan,
I just wanted to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. I was deeply saddened to hear of Mr. Swan's passing. I know that my parents were waiting to help welcome him to heaven when he got there! I have so many pleasant memories of the two of you. Your smiling faces at church were always a warming and welcomed sight. I know that Jesus will bring you the peace and comfort that only he can.
Love in Christ,
Kathy (Faw) Fiorenza
Larry and Robin DeWitt
October 15, 2008
Mary, Our hearts are saddened by Jims passing. We know that he is praising Jesus with Molly now and that gives us peace. You and your family are in our prayers. We love you. In Jesus, Larry and Robin and family
Carol,Larry & Kym Noyes
October 14, 2008
Dear Mary and Family,
We want to send you our love, thoughts and prayers. Having just gone through all this last month when Larry's Dad passed away we feel for you. You know all of Common Time cares and if there's anything we can do for you Please just ask. Mary your voice inspires us.Please use it to aid in your healing, He listens and you will be receiving his help & all you need is to ask of him. God's arms are around you to love and protect you.
We Love you Mary and your family
THe Noyes Family, Carol, Larry & Kym
Tim & Sharon Stauffer
October 13, 2008
Dear Mary,
We will always remember Jim with a smile on his face, and his strong, quiet demeanor. We are so sorry for your loss, and you are in our prayers.
Lance Emanuel
October 12, 2008
Reggie,
Very sorry to hear about the death of your father. Our thought and prayers and with you and your family during this time.
Lance Emanue
Alice Bartholomew
October 12, 2008
Dear Mary,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time.
Namaste,
Sue Schoeffler
October 12, 2008
Dear Mary and Family,
We send our deepest sympathy to you at this time of the homegoing of your dear husband and father. We know that this is a difficult time for you. May the Lord give you comfort and peace, as only He can give. Ps. 23 Love and Prayers, Sue Schoeffler and Family
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