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ITHACA - John Curtis Swan, age 90, of Longview, died October 12, 2008. Mr. Swan was a native of Schroon Lake, NY, the son of Harold B. Swan and Mabel Robinson Swan. He graduated from the Schroon Lake Central School, earned his BS degree from the NY State College of Agriculture at Cornell University, and an MS degree from Michigan State University. During his 31 year career working for Cooperative Extension Service he held positions as County Agricultural Agent, State Leader of Agricultural Agents, Assistant Director of Cooperative Extension, and Extension Program Chairman for Commerical Agriculture and Natural Resources.
John was an active member of the Forest Home Chapel, and several professional and community organizations. He was an enthusiastic and skilled outdoorsman, enjoying hunting, fishing, camping, skiing, golf, and gardening.
Mr. Swan is survived by his four daughters, Julie Swan of Brunswick, ME, Dorothy Swan Parrill (Lloyd) of Northfield, MA, Molly Denison (Larry) of Ithaca, NY, Barbara Lopez (Johnny) of Englewood, CO; and two sisters, Clara Swan Connell of Schroon Lake, NY, and Rita Hooley of Albany, NY. He was predeceased by his wife, Mary Swan; and his brother, Robert Swan.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Forest Home Chapel, 222 Forest Home Drive, Ithaca, or to Cornell Plantations, 1 Plantation Road, Ithaca.
Services will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family. Bangs Funeral Home will be in charge of arrangements.
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Mary Ann Compton
October 30, 2008
I was saddened to read of Mr. Swan's death. I feel very honored to have helped your dad at CFCU. He was such a kind and pleasant man, always a joy to work with. I only wish I could have spent some time hearing some of his "adventures". My heartfelt sympathy to your family at this time.
Randy & JoAnn Little
October 24, 2008
Dear Julie, Dottie, Molly and Barb,
Your Mom and Dad were most wonderful neighbors on Crest Lane. I especially enjoyed conversations with your Dad whenever I returned - laying up a cord of firewood for the winter, speculating on where the woodchuck will choose to burrow next, catching up on Adirondack adventures, or speaking of the goldfinches that so delighted your Mother - conversations that will be treasured as very enjoyable memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Heidi Beeler
October 20, 2008
Julie, Dottie, Molly and Barb,
Just wanted you to know that the Beelers' (from your folks' ancient past ;) ) thoughts are with you all. It's funny - we were all together on 10/12, and at dinner, we were all talking about both your parents - how funny, close and on the go they always were. Reminiscing about your dad falling out of the tree from the aroma of doe scent and such.
We're sorry for your loss and wish you all well!
Paul Harrington
October 19, 2008
John's Children,
My thoughts are with you at this sad time. I would like to think that your dad and my dad, Cliff Harrington are having lively conversations about the extension service and Cornell University.
Sandy Swan
October 14, 2008
Dear Julie, Dottie, Molly, and Barb,
Our prayers and heartfelt sympathies are with you all. He was such a wonderful man, he will be missed. If there is anything we can do please let us know. Love, Sandy and Bill
Elaine and Bud Buchanan
October 14, 2008
Dear Molly, Bud and I are sorry to hear of the death of your Father. Our thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow. Elaine
Vauda Allmon
October 13, 2008
My sympathy to John's family on his death. So many times I enjoyed dining with him at Longview. He was
alert, smart, interesting, and delightful to talk with on many subjects. Vauda Allmon
Diane Daniels Kone
October 13, 2008
Dear Molly,
Dave and I send our deepest sympathies to you and your sisters at this very difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Diane Daniels Kone (Sylvan Beach, NY and Umatilla, Florida)
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