Robert Swihart Obituary

Robert W. Swihart Jr.
known to his friends as "Animal Bob", passed away unexpectedly Saturday evening in Aultman Hospital. He was born on July 17, 1955 in Canton to Robert W. Swihart Sr. and Norma Jean Burrough. Bob served a short time in the military and was best known as an  over the road truck driver. He loved his motorcycles and friends, but friends isn't what Bob would call them, they were his brothers. When asked if they  had one word to describe Bob what would it be? They said he was their Best Brother.
Bob is survived by Dorothy Davis Swihart; sister, Vicki Saeger Swihart; stepsons, Duane Davis Jr., Steve Davis, Jim Davis; and grandchildren, Allie, Duane, Skye, Malaki, Jakob, Madison, Steve, Derick, Izabella  and Hunter.  
In keeping with his wishes, no public services are planned. Condolences and special memories may shared online at www.heritagecremation.com
Love starts with
God and are lord Jesus
And now four remain
Prayers, Faith, Hope, Love

Heritage Cremation Society
800-864-2295

Published by The Repository on Jun. 6, 2010.
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Know Bob in St Pete. Used to live across the street from his grandmother back in the 80’s. Great man and friend.

Michael Hirschmann

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January 22, 2021

aunt dorthy, i am so sorry to hear about your loss. uncle bobby was a good man and still is til this day. god has a special place for him in heaven. he is greatly missed. he is always in my memories. my deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. if you need any thing please dont be afraid to call me 330-327-7009. uncle bobby is watching over you and your family. i cant say every thing is going to be ok but all i can do is pray for you and the family. pray to god and he will help you get threw this. i love and miss all of you. love always your neice, nina may god bless you in your time of need

nina walter

June 8, 2010

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Tom & Sandy Silverthorn

June 6, 2010

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