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Kathy Swinson Obituary
Kathy was born in Florence, S.C., to the late Nathan and Martha Cooper. Kathy was a graduate of Norfolk State University and a loyal Hampton University employee for 30 years. She was an active member of Walters Temple AME Zion Church where she served as Local President of the Lay Council for Walters Temple, Steward Board Member, Financial Secretary , C.E. Department member and choir member. She was also President of the Lay Council for the Newport News District of the A.M.E. Zion Church. She was a faithful wife, sister, aunt, cousin, sister-in-law and friend.
Kathy was fervent in her belief in God's Word, and a true servant to others. She remained steadfast in her love and faith in the Lord until her death.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her grandparents, Edward and Ella Norton; and her beloved adopted mother, Mary N. Owens and stepfather, Willard A. Owens Sr.
She leaves to cherish her memories her husband, Jesse R. Swinson; her loving brother, Clinton A. Cooper (Letha), her loving and devoted sister, Diana M. Smith (John), brother, Delano F. James (Latise), all of Hampton, Va., and brother, Woodrow James Jr., (Rosemary) of Woodbridge, Va.; stepbrothers, Gee Eley (Melvia) and Christopher Owens (LaSandra) and stepsister, Cervoni Owens (Vincent Noland) all of Newport News, Va.; sisters-in-law, Thelma Swinson and Betty Jean Swinson; brother-in-law, Willie Swinson all of Philadelphia, Pa.; two aunts, Virgil Melton, of Virginia Beach, Ruby T. James of Bronx, N.Y.; and a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins and friends.
A viewing scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009, has been cancelled. A homegoing service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, at Great Walters AME Zion, 656-28th St., NN, VA 23607, with repast following at the church. Condolences may be sent to www.cookebros.com. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kathy Swinson
Adrian
November 4, 2009
Kathy, I thank you for being apart of my spiritual journey. I thank you for the inspiring words you poured into me. You and your mother became special people to me in the District. Words are not enough to express how much I will miss you.
Rev Johnny Cook
November 4, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
November 2, 2009
November 2, 2009
May God comfort you in the loss of your loved one, Mrs. Kathy Cooper Swinson. My family and I are saddened by her passing. In all thy ways acknowledge God as your source of help.
Hurley Daye and family
November 2, 2009
November 2, 2009,
It is with profound grief that this note is sent to the family of the late Mrs. Kathy Swinson. My family and I will always remember her as a soldier of the Lord's Army. She was always on the battlefield for the laity of the church and community. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this sad time.
May God console you during these times.
Hurley Daye and family.
Franklin, VA
Joan Manning
November 2, 2009
It was with a great sense of loss when I heard of Kathy's death.
I wanted to let you know that you have my greatest sympathy, and my heart is truly saddened.
Kathy was more than just a wonderful person; she was always so kind and considerate to me that I always welcomed seeing her at every opportunity.
And, I know that her passing will not only leave a void in our lives, but in the hearts of all those who knew her.
Kathy will always remain within my heart, and I have included the famiy in my daily prayers. May God give you strength.
My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you.
My deepest sympathy,
Joan Manning (Ms Jay)
Milton& Barbara Brooks
November 2, 2009
The Lord is your Sheppard, and You shall not want. My wife and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you Delano, and your family during this difficult time. May the memory of your loved one give you peace.
Stella Gant
November 2, 2009
To say I'll miss Kathy is truly and understatement, just knowing she was in my world was always a comfort to me. I'd known her from a young girl into a woman of whom all who knew her could be proud.
Even though there were many years difference in our ages I don't think there was anything we couldn't discuss.
She was an inspiration in the way she cared and did for others. I greatly admired her.
To her family I know you will miss her but she left so many wonderful memories behind and hopefully they will ease the pain of her passing.
My sincerest condolences to you at your loss of a sister,cousin and friend
Earnest & Viola Swinton & Family
November 2, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Ann Hardy-Lemasters
November 2, 2009
Kathy was a treasured friend. I will always miss her beauty and I will always thank God for bringing her into my life. My condolences to her family.
ANTOINETTE TUBBS
November 2, 2009
To The Swinson Family,
I Truly will miss Kathy. She was not only a co-worker, but she was also a friend, sister,and mother to all of my co-workers. She was a jewel to have in our lives. I supported her and she supported me when both of our mothers passed away within two weeks of one another and went to be with the Lord. Kathy would do anything she could for anyone, whether it was giving advice or encouragement. Anything you asked of her, she would do it. It’s hard to be without her.
Psalms 116:15
“Precious in the sight of the lord is the death of his saint”
Antoinette
Turquoise RawlingsPerrin
November 2, 2009
Kathy,
I too thank the lord for putting you in my life when he did. You have done so many things for me and provided so many words of encouragment and I am truly greatful. I remember one of our recent conversations at work, I came to you in tears upset and just tired and you said, "Baby you know what you need to do." Kathy I am going to do it and thank you for the extra push.I will always cherish our moments.
To Kathy's family I will keep you in my prayers.
Rev. Linda Wilson
November 2, 2009
Eventually life test us all. There isn't a human being alive who has not faced defeat. The question that we must all ask ourselves is not: How are we to avoid pain? But rather: When sorrow comes, how can we muster the resources to recover from the pain? I LOVE You KATHY...What a Joy to have known you...A Rock to Many...My friend...My Encourager...My Sister...You gave what God gave to you...The best gift of all-Unconditional Love. I have been touched by your love just by knowing you .
To the Family, We share with you as you gracefully perservere on this journey of recovery and understanding. I say to you as I ask God to help Me...To Remember: God, what I fear most is forgetting... We've lost her presence in our life, We will not lose her presence in our mind, our heart, and our soul. Yes, to the family of Kathy, Remember it all...her touch, her kindness, Your conversations, your silent moments, even your disagreements. Remember her in all her complexity, in all her imperfection, strengths and weaknesses. Remember Family, as you make your way through your busy and sometimes lonely days, may your thoughts of her lead you back to times of smiles and laughter. Let your tears and pain be eased by the comfort of her memory. It is okay to cry...whenever...But REMEMBER to carry the lessons she taught with you always and live up to the example she set for you...Her spirit and strength. So you see...she lives; Love never Dies...just Always REMEMBER...and.. TREASURE your days you shared together.
Much Love To each of You...May God continue to watch over you with gentleness, with love as he strengthens and comfort now and always.
The Word of God says:
Be Strong and of good Courage, and do it: fear not, nor be dismayed: for the Lord God, even my God, will be with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee, until thou has finished all the work for the service of the house of the Lord.(1Chr28:20) Well Done...Kathy,A Good and Faithful Servant...Your reward is now uncorruptable...it is the crown of Life with your Heavenly Father...Peace
I Will Remember Always and Thank You
Lovingly Your Library sister and Spiritual sister in Christ Jesus
Kevin & Kathy (Schumpert) Mayo
November 1, 2009
To Kathy's Family,
I will always remember Kathy. I was sorry to hear of her passing, but know that she is at home with her heavenly Father. My husband and I will keep all of you in our prayers and know that God will comfort each of you.
Zakirah Green
November 1, 2009
I love my God-momma. She treated me like I was her daughter. I wish she had children because she would be a wonderful mother.
I will miss her.
May God bless her family with peace in my she had to leave at this time.
Zakirah
Beverly James
November 1, 2009
I will always thank God for placing Kathy in my life when He did. I never had a friend that truly treated me like a sister. We tried to be there for each other and the joyful moments are endless. I pray now for the family and friends that is left behind. In my heart will I forever laugh with Kathy. My Supervisor, My Friend, My Sister.
Beverly James
Scott Piepenburg
November 1, 2009
I will always cherish knowing Kathy, her faith, her dedication, and her love for all men. It is with great joy that I know she is with her beloved Lord and Savior.
Barbara Peebles
November 1, 2009
To Kathy Swinson's Family,
Kathy was a very special friend to me. We worked together at the Library for 5 years. She helped me through some rough times in my life and I will always be greatful that she was part of my life. Kathy will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. She will always be my sister and I will hold her in my heart forever. She is now sitting beside our Lord watching over her family and friends. I will miss Kathy. My heart will be with the family during this time of sorrow, but I know Kathy would not want tears, but songs of joy as she is now by her Lord's side.
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