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Joan Sweitzer Obituary

Joan Sweitzer
INKOM - Joan Sweitzer, 79, passed away Thursday morning, May 17th, 2012, at a local care facility.
Joan was born June 24, 1932, in Saginaw, Pa. She married Jim Sweitzer September 8, 1951. Joan and Jim had 3 sons, Stephen, Eric, and Matt. Joan was a very loving and kind mother and wife who supported her sons in many activities such as Scout den mother, Sunday school teacher and little league baseball.
As a child Joan spent a lot of time along the banks of the Susquehanna River where she was raised and felt very much at home. Joan and Jim moved to Inkom in 1987 to join their sons and be grandparents to their 3 grandchildren. While in Inkom, Joan and Jim attended the Inkom Bible Church where they really enjoyed spending time with many friends.
She is survived by her husband James, of 60 years of marriage; sons, Stephen, Eric (Kris) and Matt (Vickie); grandchildren, Sadie (Bob), Shilo and Stetson; great-grandchildren Bryson and Blake; sisters, Nancy (Don), Susan (Stan); brother Donald (Elaine) and many nieces and nephews.
The family wishes to thank the many friends and caregivers for their time and support during her sickness.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, May 23, at 2 p.m. in the Inkom Community Bible Church in Inkom with Pastor Russ Blair presiding.
Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.Colonial-FuneralHome.com.

Published by Idaho State Journal on May 22, 2012.
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Dear Family, our love and prayers are with you at this time..Remembering the old neighborhood in Manchester, and all the wonderful times.
Brenneman and Geiger family

May 21, 2012

Dear Switzer Family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. She was a very gentle and loving lady. She is a wonderful neighbor to live by. May the Lord bless and comfort you and all your families at this difficult time.

Sincerely,
Teresa Moore

Teresa Moore

May 21, 2012

Jim and family: May our Lord give you comfort and be your help in the days ahead. Joan was a special loving person and we always enjoyed your family's friendship. Love and prayers in Christ. Bob and Lois

May 21, 2012

Jim,Steve,Eric,Matt & family,
Know that you are in our thoughts & prayers during this difficult time! The memories you hold in your heart will help to ease your loss.
Our Deepest Sympathy,
Jim & Gina Rohrbaugh

May 21, 2012

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