1927
2017
Ralph E. Swonger Sr.
“Together Again”
90, passed away Monday, Aug. 21, 2017 peacefully at home surrounded by family.
Ralph is survived by his children Terry and Brenda Swonger of Canton, Cathy and Bernard Bauchmen of North Canton, Ralph and Mary Swonger of Sandyville, Robert Swonger of Wooster. Preceded in death by his loving wife Virginia Swonger, his children Cynthia, Gail Ann, Nancy Lee, and Rodger. Special thanks to Kathy Heckman and Mary Tuffand whom helped on care giving.
Ralph was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was retired from US Steel. Ralph was a veteran of World War II.
Many thanks to Grace hospice. They were there helping us and made it possible to keep dad at home where he wanted to be. They helped dad through us to go on his journey home.
Ralph will be interred at Westlawn Cemetery in Canton, with full military honors. Interment will follow services at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Rossi Family Funeral Home with Chaplain Reggie Cureton officiating. Family and friends will be received one hour before services.
“Dad it was an honor and privilege to take care of you. You are loved and we will miss you Dad. Till we are together again.” Terry and Brenda.
(ROSSI-330-492-5830)
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It was an honor for me and Brenda helping you on your journey home.The lyrics in the song DANCE by Grath Brooks says it all. Yes my life is better left to chance.I could have missed the pain but I"d have had to miss the dance Love you pa pa
terry swonger
August 24, 2017
My sincere sympathy to the families for their great loss of your loved one.
Kathy Arend-Kraft
August 23, 2017
Ralph, my prayers are with you.
Mary Ann (Gorman) Ruthrauff
August 23, 2017
May you find peace
Cheryle Yount Casar
August 23, 2017
Dad, I love you so much. I couldn't have picked a better father in law. I miss you so very much already. My life won't be the same without you in it. Fly high Dad
I love you morning..I love you night
Brenda Swonger
August 23, 2017
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