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Myrtle Swimm Obituary

Swimm, Myrtle G. WATERVLIET Myrtle G. Swimm, 78, died Monday, December 3, 2007 at Samaritan Hospital after a brief illness. She was the beloved widow of Thomas B. Swimm Sr. Born and educated in Troy, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Ruth Millett. A long time resident of Watervliet, she was a seamstress with Jonathan Logan in Cohoes for many years. She was a member of Jermain Memorial Presbyterian Church, Watervliet, and friend of Loundonville Presbyterian Church, a member of the Watervliet Seniors, AARP Chapter #3991, ICC of Troy, and the Watervliet AOH Auxiliary. Myrtle enjoyed playing bocci, board games, watching baseball and spending time with her family. Myrtle is survived by her children, Thomas B. (Beverly) Swimm Jr. of Clifton Park, Geraldine (Robert) Swimm Schlesinger of West Sand Lake, Marilyn (Wayne) Richard of Loudonville and Kelly (James) Ogden of Averill Park; 12 grandchildren, Stephen (Ruth) Potter, Lauren (Matthew) Schoonmaker, Colleen Daley, Katie Swimm, Thomas Swimm III, Joshua Swimm, Holly Swimm, Emily (Michael) Delap, Samuel Ogden, Anna Ogden, Zachary Ogden and Gus Ogden; and six great-grandchildren, Kyle, Amanda and Victoria Potter, Grady and Evelyn Delap and Riley Schoonmaker; a sister, Mildred (Stanley) Stewart of Malta; dearest cousin, Ruth Maroli; and special friend, Peg Berube. She was predeceased by her siblings, Muriel Sprague, Anna May Russman, Kathryn Griffin, Peter Millett, William Millett and Ruth Murphy. Funeral service 10:00 a.m. Friday at the Bowen Funeral Home, 97 Old Loudon Road, Latham. Friends are invited any may call Thursday 3:00- 7:00 at the funeral home. Interment in Elmwood Hill Cemetery, Troy. Officiating the service is Dr. Charles H. Roberts of Ballston Center ARP Church of Ballston Spa. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Watervliet Senior Citizens Center, 1501 Broadway, Watervliet, NY 12189 on behalf of Myrtle Swimm. Condolence page and directions at www.bowenfuneralhome.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Dec. 4 to Dec. 5, 2007.

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Sprague

November 28, 2008

Auntie Myrt, It is hard to beleive that it has been almost a year with out you. Parties and get togethers are definitely not the same. I am sure you hear me speak your name many times throughtout them. I miss you and Muriel so much. Continue to watch and guide us through each and every day. All my love always, Fran

Rick, Fran, Ryan and MacKenzie Sprague

December 7, 2007

Gerri, Marilyn, Tommy and Kelly, Words can't express how we are feeling, our hearts are heavy too. It is so ironic that almost this time last year you were consoling us over our loss of Muriel. Aunt Myrt was so special to us and to those who shared our parties with her. She was our party buddy, my Coors Light Pal, how we would chuckle drinking out of the cans, saying if Dr. Bob were here he would be handing us a glass!! What an honor to have her tell me I was like another daughter to her. Our parties will not be the same without her laughter, stories, and the sparkle in her eyes, but most of all, I will miss not giving her her doggie bag of baked beans. May we all find peace and comfort knowing that she is sharing Christmas with Uncle Tom and all those loved ones who have gone before us. She will be the brightest star in the sky guiding us through the rough times we may encounter. May the closeness you all share continue to strengthen and grow. Please keep in touch. All our love always

Ed Campbell

December 6, 2007

Tom, Gerry, Marilyn and Kelly: So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She and your Dad were so nice to all of us kids growing up on 13th street. Will keep them both in my prayers.

Christopher & Mary Richard

December 5, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this sorrowful time. We were Blessed to have shared so many wonderful times with Myrtle. We will surely miss her.

Marcy Rollis

December 5, 2007

Tom, Beverly & children,
We are very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you & your family.

Steve, Marcy, Alexandra & Andrew Rollis

Selissa Dukes

December 5, 2007

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

John and Sonya Nazarian

December 5, 2007

To the Swimm Family,

We knew Myrtle and Tom for years in Watervliet and they were two very special and nice people. Myrtle always talked about her children and grandchildren and how much they meant to her. May God bless and keep him close to his side.

Rose & Al Richard

December 5, 2007

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Tom Sprague

December 4, 2007

Tank,Gerry,Marilyn,Kelly
Condolances and sympathy over the miles from Barbara and I. I will miss her as I missed your Dad. They are now togeather in a better place in the heavens above.
Tom and Barbara Sprague
Savannah, Georgia

molly bauer

December 4, 2007

i am very sorry for your loss you will be in my prayers

Jim, Sue & Lisa

December 4, 2007

Gerri, Marily, Tom & Kelly,
Our heartfelt love & sympathy goes out to you and your families. What a fun aunt she was. Aunt Murt alway seemed to keep busy with family and friends. She will be deeply missed by all.

Judy O'Connor

December 4, 2007

Anna, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Melissa Coon

December 4, 2007

Anna,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

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Mary Lou Archer

December 4, 2007

My thoughts and deepest sympathies are with you and your family during this difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort.

Pamela Barra-Harter

December 4, 2007

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

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