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James H. Swoger

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Kloecker Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. - Erie (a.k.a. Francis V. Kloecker

2502 Sassafras Street

Erie, Pennsylvania

James Swoger Obituary

"He loved his Country"

James H. Swoger, age 89, of Erie, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2015.

He was born in Pittsburgh, Pa. on April 7, 1926, a son of the late James and Genevieve Evans Swoger.

James was a member of Sacred Heart Church. He served in WWII and loved following Cathedral Prep and the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and the American Legion and volunteered at the Second Harvest Food Bank.

"Today we lost one of the most amazing men I have ever known. Father of six, grandfather of 13, great-grandfather of 16 with three on the way. A veteran, everyone's friend, and our family's cheerleader - whether it was a dance recital, soccer game, basketball, baseball, or even a play - he was there for us all. A devoted husband of 66 wonderful years, his legacy will live within us all. We love you so much and know you will be smiling down on us all from Heaven. Jessica"

He is preceded in death by his sister, Janet Rodgers.

He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Ruthe Tucker Swoger; four daughters, Cindi Ruf (Ronald) of Erie, Kryss Craig (Ralph) of Kittanning, Pa., Becke Stravinsky of Ormond by the Sea, Fla., and Melinda Powell (Jeffrey) of McKean, Pa.; two sons, Jim Swoger (Ronda) of Albion, Pa. and Samuel Swoger (Lisa Rugani) of Erie; 13 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and three more great-grandchildren on the way; two sisters, Marilou Bryan of Pittsburgh and Patricia Swoger of Edinboro; two brothers, Rev. Msgr. John Swoger of Edinboro and Peter Swoger (Virginia) of Warren, Pa. His Godchildren, Dan Rodgers and Mark Swoger and several nieces and nephews also survive.

Friends are invited to the Funeral Mass on Tuesday, May 19, 2015, at Sacred Heart Church at 10 a.m. with his brother, Msgr. John Swoger, officiating. Send condolences to www.kloeckerfuneralhome.com.

Entombment will be in Gate of Heaven Mausoleum.

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Published by Erie Times-News on May 18, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for James Swoger

18 Entries

May 23, 2015

On behalf of Nancy, Audrey and Doug Ostrowski, Fond remembrances of your family, Our deepest condolences.

Falbo Family

May 19, 2015

you are in our thoughts and prays

May 19, 2015

I was so saddened to hear of your Dad's passing!! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Such a wonderful and kind guy. I will miss him very much at 4:30 Mass. His smile was always so contagious!!
Charlene Amann (4:30 mass at Sacred Heart)

Eric Pociej

May 19, 2015

I am very sorry for your loss. I knew Jim for many years from YMCA. He was a good man and lived his life to the fullest every day. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.

Elaine DiFuccia

May 19, 2015

May you rest in peace Jim.

AnnaMarie Cricks

May 19, 2015

Kryss, Your dad was loved by so many, and loved you all very much. You are so lucky to have such a close knit family. Keep those memories close to you. They will help you get through the hard days! My sympathy to you and your family. AnnaMarie

Gary Freeman

May 19, 2015

Mrs. Swoger, Cindi, Kryss, Becke, Melinda, Jimmy and Sam

I am very sorry for your loss. May you find Peace in knowing that his suffering is over.

Mr. Swoger was a good man and set a great example of how to be a husband, father and grandfather.

I feel very fortunate to have known him.

Robert Achille

May 18, 2015

Very sorry for your loss. Mr. Swoger was a wonderful man. We remember him especially back in the Sacred Heart Days.
Our prayers are with you and your family from the entire Achille Family.

May 18, 2015

My sympathy to the entire Swoger family. To my life long friend Becky I am very sorry for your loss.

Mary Margaret Dale (Dailey)

May 18, 2015

Sorry to hear of Mr Swoger's passing. You kids are so lucky to have had your dad for so many years. He was always so kind to your friends.

Mary Margaret Dailey Dale

Janet Groves

May 18, 2015

Cindi,
So sorry for your loss. I'm sure that you brought a lot of happiness to his life.

Vince & Elva Vargo

May 18, 2015

Kryss, Jimmy & Family,
Remembering all the good times with you guys and your family. May God give you comfort & peace.

Lynda Bushwack-Allburn

May 18, 2015

There was ever a dull moment on lower Plum Street living next to Jim Swoger and meeting his parents. Mr. Swoger was warm and loving person. He embraced our family and shared many celebrations. Along with his wife, they blessed us with memories we will cherish for ever. Watch over us kind sir, Be not afraid. I go before you always. Come follow me, and I will give you rest.

Katie Jones

May 18, 2015

The Mary Lou- John Bryan family wishes we could be at Mass on Tuesday. Uncle Jim was a great Uncle and friend. Thinking of you Aunt Ruthe, other Aunt and Uncles, and all our cousins.

Outer Banks, NC

Jennie Hampton

May 18, 2015

Remembering all the fun times we had together. Your Dad had a great smile and laugh!

Gina Landis

May 18, 2015

Wonderful man! Xoxox love to all

Debbie Freeman Lewicki

May 18, 2015

May all of you replace your grief with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you CELEBRATE a life well lived. -

Mr. Swoger is the most honorable man I have ever met and a most faithful servant of God. He is finally in his true home heaven.
I love you all pray for your peace.

May 18, 2015

Our sympathy to all the family and friends.
Bob & Ginny Easley

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