Mary Charlotte Swann

1919 - 2017

BORN

1919

DIED

2017

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Mary Swann Obituary


Mary Charlotte Holtzman Swann, 97, of Woodstock, passed away Saturday, January 7, 2017 at Skyline Terrace Nursing Home in Woodstock.

A graveside service will be held Friday, January 13 at 11 a.m. in Cedarwood Cemetery in Edinburg. Pastor Peter Mitchell will officiate.

Mrs. Swann was born September 8, 1919 in Shenandoah County, daughter of the late Chester W. Holtzman and Clara Rudolph Hazard.

She was a retired beautician and a volunteer with the Clothes Closet.

She was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ in Woodstock, Edinburg VFW Auxiliary and Woodstock American Legion Auxiliary

She was preceded in death by her husband, Benjamin W. Swann Sr. and sister, Joanne S. McKinley.

She is survived by three children, Benjamin W. Swann Jr. and wife Kathy of Richmond, Bonnie Swann Painter and husband Frank of Edinburg and Brian R. Swann and wife Rita of Richmond; eight grandchildren; and 15 great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at Valley Funeral Service in Bowman's Crossing.

In lieu of flowers, contribution may be made to St. Paul's United Church of Christ Kitchen Fund, 235 S. Main Street, Woodstock, Virginia 22664.

Arrangements are in the care of Heishman Funeral Home, Inc., Valley Funeral Service Branch.

Thoughts, Concerns and Remembrances to http://www.valleyfs.com

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Published by Northern Virginia Daily on Jan. 10, 2017.
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With your mother's long life I know you have many, many wonderful memories. Hold them in your heart and she will always be with you. God bless.

Donna Lucas Payne

January 13, 2017

Bonnie, So sorry for your loss

Jerry Sine

January 12, 2017

Bonnie,

So sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.

Tammy Heishman

January 12, 2017

I always loved this sweet lady. I use to help her out in the summers a her home. She was very sweet to me and a joy to talk with. Rest in peace Ms. Charlotte and God Bless all the family. Hugs!!

Kim Price

January 12, 2017

Thoughts and prayers to the Swann Family with the passing of their beloved Mother and grandmother. God Bless! John and Nancy Keohane

January 12, 2017

Bonnie and Family So sorry for the lost of your Mother and your dear friend Joan in such a short time. May you find peace in all of those wonderful memories.Juanita Poston

January 12, 2017

Our love & prayers are with you all. May God give you peace and comfort.

Benny & Tammy Andes

January 11, 2017

Bonnie, thoughts and prayers to you in the loss of your Mom.

Margie (Helsley) Conner

January 11, 2017

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dennis & Karla Thomas

January 10, 2017

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Mike & Linda Wilkins

January 10, 2017

Bonnie and Family,

I was so sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. Please know you and your family are in my prayers and thoughts.

Sherry Walling

January 10, 2017

So sorry to hear of your loss,
With Sympathy,
April & Phil Baker

January 10, 2017

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