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Darius Swann Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 24, 2020.

Darius Swann was the lead plaintiff in the landmark Supreme Court case, Swann v. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education. In 1964, Reverend Swann tried to send his 6-year old son James to an integrated elementary school in their neighborhood. James came home upset with a note from the principal that he must first attend an all-black school before applying to attend an integrated school. That led the Swanns to be the lead plaintiffs in the case that was decided in 1971. The court said that busing was a proper tool to use to desegregate schools.

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April 12, 2020

Sometimes we just have to stand up for principles we truly believe in. MrSwann did just that. The family has my sympathy. May God be with the family and grant you peace of heart.

April 6, 2020

Truly grateful for Mr. Swann's contributions to the desegregation of schools. Praying that his family finds comfort in knowing that he is peacefully sleeping and is now in God's memory. Heartfelt condolences for your loss!

March 28, 2020

With sincere condolences. May the God of comfort give you peace in this difficult time.

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M Jolivette

March 26, 2020

Thank you for making a way for me your hard work will not be forgotten; my thoughts and prayers are with the fanulyt

Hope

March 25, 2020

Thank you sir for your strength is fighting an unjust system. All children should be able to attend any public school of their choice. The fight continues. Take your rest. You earned it.

March 25, 2020

So sorry for the families loss.I offer my condolences and may God continue to be with your.

Ann Stokman

March 25, 2020

Sorry to hear of the loss.

March 25, 2020

Our deepest condolences to the family. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort you all during this difficult period.

March 24, 2020

I am sorry regarding the loss of your loved one. I do believe everyone has a right to attend a public school of their choice. We pay taxes for the public schools and God created us all from the same source
May the God of Comfort, continue to comfort the family, during these difficult times.

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