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David Swoope Obituary
Virginia Beach - David A. "Tony" Swoope, Sr, went to be with the Lord on November 26, 2012. He was born on June 4, 1937 in Iron Gate, Virginia, the son of the late Cromer James Swoope, Sr., and Jane Showalter Swoope. Tony served his country in the United States Navy and National Guard. He was retired from Prices Appliances. Tony had been a farmer for many years and loved tractors and gardening. He especially loved growing figs and sharing his bounty with friends and neighbors. Tony had been a member of Charity United Methodist Church for many years. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Robin Rainne; sisters, Jean Anne Withers and Bonna Vaughan; and brothers, Jimmy, Wayne and Butch Swoope.
Left to cherish his memory is his beloved wife of 55 years, Juanita March Swoope; daughter, Donna Strickland and son, David A. Swoope, Jr; 3 grandchildren, Bobby, Ashley, and Courtney; 3 great-grandchildren; Courtland, Londyn Raine and Alex Lee; 3 brothers, Ronald, Michael and Steven Swoope; his four legged daughter, Maggie and numerous other loving relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 30, at 2:30 p.m. in Charity United Methodist Church, 4080 Charity Neck Road in Virginia Beach by the Reverend Rob Robertson with a reception to follow In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations be made to the Charity Church Building fund in Tony's name. You may offer your condolences to the family at www.smithandwilliamskempsville.com.
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Don & Cheryl Brinkley
December 8, 2012
David and Family,
I am so sorry about the loss of your father and the fact that I am now just finding out. Cheryl and I have known you it seems forever. Our prayers go out to you and your family and may the Lord give you peace of mind and comfort.
You friends,
Don and Cheryl Brinkley
December 1, 2012
David and family, sincere sympathy from the Frost family. I just saw this as our mom has been hospitalized again for a month & back & forth to rehab. He must have been a great man as evidenced by his son's character. Donna (Frost) and Robert Hughes and Roy and Chrystal Frost.
michael and patricia dudley
November 30, 2012
David and family our thoughts and prayers are with you guys. Michael and Patricia Dudley
The VAUGHAN family
November 30, 2012
Juanita,
I am so SORRY for the loss of your husband. I just seen the two of you about 3 weeks ago at my fathers funeral.Sorry I couldn't make it today but I had missed so much work with dad I couldn't get off. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire "SWOOPE" family. My dad very much all the times that him and Bonna would come to visit you guys. Tony was a well respected and loved man from what my dad told me. I know that this is hard BUT please remember to cherish all the moments that you shared and I know that was alot. Prayers and GOD BLESS.
"The VAUGHAN FAMILY" macons
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Rob and Sybil Mays
November 30, 2012
Juanita, we thought the world of Tony. He was such a good man, always upbeat and working so hard to make each day better than the last. He will be missed by everyone who was lucky enough to know him. Rob and Sybil
Charles&JoAnne Woodington
November 29, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
November 29, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Swoope family.
George and Grazia
Virginia Beach
Pat Doss
November 29, 2012
Dear Swoope Family, I had the privilege of working with Dave for 10 years at Price's Inc.
I learned some of life's most important lessons from Dave and "my boys" while working there.
No matter how bad it got he always told me "Don't worry about it babe, it all works out in the wash", Ihave never heard a truer statement.
Dave will always have a special place in my heart and all of you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. As long as Heaven has dirt, tractors, and Labador Retrievers, Dave will be happy.
The Seiberts
November 29, 2012
We just didn't get to enjoy being his neighbor long enough!! In the past year and a half I have grown used to seeing him in his golf cart or on his tractor with loyal Maggie by his side. I will miss his waving from across the road, his kind words and his gentle nature. I wish Grady would have gotten to know Mr. Tony as he got older, what a wonderful mentor he would have been. Juanita, please let us know if you need ANYTHING or any help at all, even if it's just an extra set of hands to do something around the house....Tim and I are happy to help anyway we can. Much Love and Tony sir, you will be missed.
Kelsey, Tim, Grady, and Beau Seibert
Pat gregory
November 29, 2012
Dear family of Tony, I'm so sorry for your loss , he was a old friend from Bromley, God bless you all. Pat Baynor Gregory
Scott & Leslie
November 29, 2012
Juanita - Our thoughts and prayers are strongly with you. We will miss Tony tremendously. Tony and you have always been good friends and have always been so helpful to me and my family. Tony is a true example of a helpfull cheerfull and honest man, and all the qualities of a man with honor and purpose. I will miss him dearly.
Tonys commitment to family and the real things in life will forever be a strong example in my life.
We wish you comfort in these times.
Joe Thornton
November 29, 2012
Our condolences to the Swoope family. I had the fortune of meeting David Jr. as member of the Shriners. We sincerely regret this loss of his Father to him and to the family
Amy Swoope
November 28, 2012
Juanita~There are no words.Our hearts are broken as we attempt to wrap our minds around his passing.The only solace there is:is that we will one day see him again.Ricky will be representing our family as he travels there for Tony's funeral but know that we all wish we could be there.The girls too are heartbroken.I traveled to Liberty University to have lunch with Chloe(she requested I come)as she was upset we prayed together and Carson cried all through lunch yesterday at school.Tony was like a grandfather figure to them..he was special to them...he was special to us all.We love you and are praying to God for Him to sustain you through this difficult time.May He embrace you and comfort you like only He can.love and hugs
Grace & David Harris
November 28, 2012
Juanita - our thoughts & prayers are with you. We're so sad hearing of Tony's passing. He brought us happiness with every visit.
Marybeth & Bette Jo Baum
November 28, 2012
We can imagine Tony reuniting with Janice, Clark, John and Wesley and the many others that presceeded his graduation into heaven. Our hearts share your loss and tears; but look forward with you to our blessed hope in our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.
Tammy & David Lee
November 28, 2012
Juanita, We are so very sorry for your great loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
November 28, 2012
My thoughts are with the Swoope family. May your memories bring you peace.
Dee Craft
Bob Jones
November 28, 2012
My heart goes out to you and your family
Kathy Elliott
November 28, 2012
Juanita and family, we are so very sorry to hear about Tony. My mom, Vera sends her love and wanted to express her sorrow to lose such a great man and friend. Tony was an exceptional person and will be so missed. Love, Kathy and Joey Elliott and Vera Brown
November 28, 2012
Dear Juanita and Family, Justin and I have the fondest memory's of Tony and You, He always had a calm approach and the best whit, when things would get excited in the family, and had a way of saying everything is gonna be alright when I didn't have confidence in myself as a young Mother.Our Heart is sad for his passing, He was a Good Man! Melissa Swoope Robertson and Justin Swoope
Erin Strickland
November 28, 2012
Juanita you are in our prayers, and Bobby and I will be there as soon as we can. Tony will definitely be missed by Bobby and I as well as the girls - you two have been nothing short of amazing for them. We love you, and will see you soon.
louis showalter
November 28, 2012
Tony and I grew up close together, as we were very near the same age. Spent a lot of time together as kids. Vera liked all the Swoopes but she had a special like for Tony. If you ever noticed them at the reunions they were always spending some time talking. I will miss him. Punky
November 28, 2012
juanita, i'm so sorry to learn of tony's death!! he was such a wonderful person and we're all going to miss that great smile!!
much love to you,
charlotte baum ives
November 28, 2012
Bob and I are so sorry to hear of Tony's passing. We enjoyed so many of the good things from his garden. Our love and prayers are with Juanita and the family. Dixie Earhart Florida
Tracy Mason
November 28, 2012
Ms Juanita and family you are in my thoughts and prayers. Mr. Tony was a wonderful man and will truly be missed. I can remember him well being at the house when I would come to pick up Frank and Ashley and him playing with Frank or having them outside with all the animals. I m so sorry for your loss.....
Tracy, Frank and Ashley
Shirley Johnson
November 28, 2012
Juanita, our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. Tony will be missed by many. Stay strong and know that Tony is with the angels always looking down on you.
Joey and Shirley Johnson
Tony and Maggie
November 28, 2012
allison cotton
November 27, 2012
My sister and I used to have the best times with Tony, when we were younger. Juanita, you as well, we love you both and if you need me I am always here. God bless your family always!
andrea stone
November 27, 2012
Juanita, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I love you and miss you and Tony. If you need anything, I'm here. Always family.
Andrea Cotton Stone
Robin Simmons
November 27, 2012
Juanita,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Tony will be missed
by everyone. May God give you strength in the days to come.
Donald and Robin Simmons
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