Eric Swaney Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Tina Swaney
November 20, 2009
I miss you and think of you often. I hope there are pool tables where you are. Love you.
Sarah Smith
November 19, 2009
It's been a year since you have not been here...I miss you still and always will. You, your family and friends will remain in my prayers.
Sarah Smith
November 19, 2009
It's been a year since you have not been here.....I still miss you and always will. You, your family and friends will remain in my prayers.
August 19, 2009
Eric it has been 9 months since you left us there is not a day that I MOM do not think of you .I just can not accept the fact that you are not here . I know you are good hands with our LORD.Eric this the hardest thing to do deal with. I hope you are doing ok.I will never forget you . You are with me every minute of my waking days. GOD take care of my Son ERIC. I will allways Love you . LOV MOM.
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Steve Stemper
February 13, 2009
Eric was my therapist many years ago. After he helped me get back on track we became friends. We hung out for a few years before we went our separate ways. We reconnected about 2 weeks before this tradgic event. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and his friends. He will be greatly missed.
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Tamara Braxton
December 4, 2008
I went in for therapy this morning and heard of Eric's passing. Eric was my "buddy". I had been working for him for several weeks and we really connected. I will truly miss my "buddy" at my PT sessions. My prayers go out to the family.
Brek Sparks
November 28, 2008
I've never known a more solid person. Unfortunately haven't seen him in years, yet still look up to him as an honest man, relentless hard worker, and involved father. Rare these days.
Tina Swaney
November 25, 2008
I miss you so much cousin.
Terry Pezzulli
November 25, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of Eric's death. I got to work with him for about a year, and even co-treat a few patients with him. He was a wonderful and compassionate therapist, and his patients loved him. I remember how his eyes would light up when it was his weekend to have his daughters. He would be so excited! He loved them very much and was very proud of them. I am truely sorry for your loss and will be praying for all of you.
Justin Mattison
November 24, 2008
My thoughts are many, as I remember the great friend he was to me in many of my times of need. Eric will be missed dearly by all who had the fortune to know him.
Sarah Smith
November 24, 2008
My thoughts and prayers will be with Eric, his family and friends. Eric will be missed very much.
kim duke hopkins
November 23, 2008
To all that know: he was a true love, great person and I could never stress how sorry I was to lose touch over the years. Loved him and respect his family deeply.
Scott and Christina (Moyer)Trevenen
November 23, 2008
We would like to offer our condolences for your tremedous loss. Your entire family will be in our hearts and prayers during this most difficult time.
Buffy Galluzzo-Anderson
November 23, 2008
I'm so sorry for your loss. Eric was a classmate of mine. I will keep all of you in my prayers.
Shawn and Jessi Beck
November 22, 2008
My daughter,Jessi ,who is 9 years old ,was one of Eric's patients. She , like many, adored him. He had a special bond with her that began the first time she met him. He made a difficult time for my daughter so enjoyable. The way he talked to her, shared with her, and kept her laughing and smiing made a sometimes painful situation one she actually looked forward to.
We were truly shocked to hear of his passing and will miss him terribly. Our sympathies go out to his family and friends whose lives he touched. You will remain in our prayers as we all grieve this tremendous loss.
Joseph Haragos
November 22, 2008
With deep sympathy and a heavy heart I would like to send my condolences. I was a classmate of Eric's in high school. He was a true gentleman and a great friend. My thoughts and prayers go out to all members of his family.
Mark Donius
November 22, 2008
I will miss Eric. I worked with him for almost a year. He was so down to earth and liked by his patients. Eric was bright beyond most. Yet, he was humble.
Eric and I had many conversations and I enjoyed his humor, and willingness to laugh with me. His belief that people deserved second chances is with me always.
I'm sorry for Eric's entire family in Chesterfield, Penn, and California. He spoke of his Daughters and family many times. This is a sad day.
Rita & Bobby Harding
November 22, 2008
To Eric's family and friends
We are so sorry for your loss. Eric was our physical therapist. For me(Rita) he went outside the box in trying to help me. To help me with one problem might aggravate another problem but Eric listened to me and worked with me to try to find solutions. He knew how much my body could handle. We miss him.
To Eric's children
Eric was so excited the other day when you were coming to see him. He said that you wanted to go hiking. He talked about how you would pack snacks,drinks,flashlights,
etc. to go.
When he came to work the next day (limping) he said he had fallen in a hole and it took forever to get back home but you guys had fun shining the flashlights everywhere and he wouldn't trade that for anything. He loved you both very much.
David McKnight
November 22, 2008
I am Eric's stepfather...this has totally flattened my family....Eric was such an intellegent, friendly, loveable,...someone I was prod to call son. We are all devestatated from our loss. Everyone has been so helpful....I can only thank everyone for their care and thoughtfulness. Am sorry that I can not express my self full¥ at this time. We are all every stressed and greef stricken here....Eric is a loss to or family that we will probably not soon, if ever, overcome. I'm sorry for all who knew Eric and feel pain over this loss. We will never forget Eric and his presense. Thank you to all. DAVID
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